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Encephalitis Conference

Encephalitis 2022 is dedicated exclusively to encephalitis and covers epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation in both children and adults, covering both infectious and autoimmune aetiologies.

There will be cutting-edge insights from global leaders in the field of brain inflammation covering hot topics, critical research questions, and approaches to the key clinical challenges informed by the latest research.

Encephalitis 2022 will take place on 30th November and 1st December at Royal College of Physicians, London and virtually.

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS OPEN NOW!

Sponsorship - Sponsoring Encephalitis 2022 is an affordable way to raise awareness of your organisation to a targeted group of medical professionals. If you are interested please get in touch at [email protected] 

Call for Abstracts

Call for Abstracts

The call for Abstracts is now Open! Abstracts should be related to encephalitis and will be considered in any field or subject area. Deadline 30th June 2022! Read more

Published: 6th May, 2022

Updated: 13th May, 2022

Author: Andrew Pitt

Conference Bursary 2022

Conference Bursary 2022

To encourage participation to the Conference, the Encephalitis Society is pleased to offer two bursaries towards the Conference costs to applicants from low to middle income countries. Read more

Published: 12th May, 2021

Updated: 16th May, 2022

Author: Alina Ellerington

Encephalitis 2021 highlights

Encephalitis 2021 highlights

See the highlights of the Encephalitis Conference 2021 including Conference reports. Read more

Published: 23rd February, 2022

Updated: 6th May, 2022

Author: Alina Ellerington

Encephalitis 2022 Registration

Encephalitis 2022 Registration

Book your place now! The Encephalitis 2022 will take place over two days with satellite meeting on 30th November and Conference on 1st December in London at the Royal College of Physicians and virtually via the online Conference Platform. Read more

Published: 14th January, 2022

Updated: 13th May, 2022

Author: Alina Ellerington

Encephalitis 2022 Sponsorship

Encephalitis 2022 Sponsorship

Sponsorship is an affordable way to raise awareness of your organisation to a targeted group of medical professionals whilst supporting our life-saving work. Read more

Published: 10th May, 2021

Updated: 13th May, 2022

Author: Alina Ellerington

Encephalitis Conference 2019 - highlights

Encephalitis Conference 2019 - highlights

See the highlights of the Encephalitis Conference 2019 including Conference reports. Read more

Published: 1st April, 2020

Updated: 5th February, 2021

Author: Alina Ellerington

Encephalitis Conference 2020 - Highlights

Encephalitis Conference 2020 - Highlights

See the highlights of Encephalitis 2020 - our annual conference for health care professionals and researchers interested in encephalitis Read more

Published: 28th January, 2021

Updated: 20th April, 2021

Author: Andrew Pitt

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  • My Brain: My Story October 2022

    My Brain: My Story October 2022

    Join us on Saturday, 22nd October, in Birmingham, UK, or online for a special opportunity to hear and share real-life stories of encephalitis.

  • 2022 World Encephalitis Day

    2022 World Encephalitis Day

  • Call for Abstracts

    Call for Abstracts

    The call for Abstracts is now Open! Abstracts should be related to encephalitis and will be considered in any field or subject area. Deadline 30th June 2022!

  • Brain scans to investigate autoimmune encephalitis in children and young people

    Can you help researchers at Kings College London to learn more about autoimmune encephalitis in children and young people

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  • NMDAR antibody encephalitis

    NMDAR antibody encephalitis

    NMDAR antibody encephalitis is an autoimmune disease that causes psychiatric features, confusion, memory loss and seizures followed by a movement disorder, loss of consciousness and changes in blood pressure, heart rate and temperature.

  • Herpes Simplex  virus encephalitis

    Herpes Simplex virus encephalitis

    Herpes simplex encephalitis is a type of infectious encephalitis which happens when herpes simplex virus (HSV) enters the brain. Usually, it begins with ‘flu-like’ symptoms followed by neurological deterioration, which may include personality and behavioural changes, seizures, weakness and difficulties in communication.

  • What is encephalitis?

    What is encephalitis?

    Encephalitis is an inflammation of the brain caused by an infection or through the immune system attacking the brain in error.

  • Guidelines for recovery

    Guidelines for recovery

    No two people with encephalitis have the same outcomes. People recover at different paces. Recovery can be helped by having lots of rest, good nutrition, helpful social network and support from professionals.

  • West Nile encephalitis

    West Nile encephalitis

    West Nile encephalitis is a type of infectious encephalitis caused by West Nile virus. People usually become infected after being bitten by a mosquito, which has fed on an infected bird.

  • Limbic encephalitis

    Limbic encephalitis

    The term ‘limbic encephalitis’ (LE) describes the condition when limbic areas of the brain are inflamed (swollen) and consequently not functioning properly. Most forms of LE fall into two main categories: infectious encephalitis and autoimmune encephalitis.

  • Death from encephalitis

    Death from encephalitis

    Encephalitis is a serious neurological condition and unfortunately, despite improvements in specific and more supportive treatments such as excellent intensive care management, encephalitis still has a high mortality (death) rate.

  • Encephalitis:after-effects, recovery and rehabilitation

    Encephalitis:after-effects, recovery and rehabilitation

    This booklet provides key information about the type of issues that people may have after encephalitis, why rehabilitation/support from professionals and families are important and what options for self-help are available.

  • Emotional and behavioural changes

    Emotional and behavioural changes

    Following encephalitis, some people may experience emotional and behavioural changes including low mood, increased anxiety, depression, mood swings, frustration, aggression, impulsivity, disinhibition, and/or poor emotional regulation.

  • Get support

    Get support

    Our Support Service is here to help you with any questions about encephalitis, recovery and rehabilitation or emotional support.

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