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Encephalitis Information Week

The Encephalitis Society is gearing up for our newest campaign – Encephalitis Information Week – and we will need your help!

The seven-day digital campaign, which runs from the 18th to 25th October, will see us share information about encephalitis with members of the public and health professionals.

Areas that will be featured include encephalitis diagnosis, information for children, adults and health professionals, as well as mental health and wellbeing, and returning to education and work.

What is happening?

Every day, we will be focusing on a different aspect of encephalitis through social media posts, exciting new content, and new pages on our website.

Monday, 18th October: Who is the Encephalitis Society and what is it that we do

Tuesday, 19th October: What is Encephalitis / What are Symptoms of Encephalitis

Wednesday, 20th October: Diagnosis of encephalitis

Thursday, 21st October: Treatment of encephalitis

Friday, 22nd October: Effects of encephalitis

Saturday: 23rd October: Recovery and rehabilitation after encephalitis

Sunday, 24th October: Families and carers

How can you help?

It’s simple. Between the 18th and 25th October, we need you to share any posts that come from our LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram accounts.

You can also keep up to date with Encephalitis Information Week by becoming a member of the Encephalitis Society

In New Zealand and Australia, we will also be approaching healthcare organisations and asking them to share information about encephalitis with their professional members.

If you have any questions or would like to get involved with Encephalitis Information Week, please contact the Communications team at the Encephalitis Society.

Australia and New Zealand

Australia and New Zealand

Information about encephalitis for health professionals in Australia and New Zealand Read more

Published: 13th September, 2021

Updated: 15th October, 2021

Author: Andrew Pitt

Carers and family members

Carers and family members

Are you a carer, family member or friends of someone who has had encephalitis? Find out about available resources during Encephalitis Information Week. Read more

Published: 24th October, 2021

Updated: 2nd March, 2022

Author: Andrew Pitt

How do you diagnose encephalitis?

How do you diagnose encephalitis?

How do you diagnose encephalitis? Find out more during Encephalitis Information Week Read more

Published: 20th October, 2021

Author: Andrew Pitt

How is encephalitis treated?

How is encephalitis treated?

How do you treat encephalitis? Find out more during Encephalitis Information Week. Read more

Published: 21st October, 2021

Author: Andrew Pitt

Recovery and rehabilitation from encephalitis

Recovery and rehabilitation from encephalitis

Find out more about recovery and rehabilitation following encephalitis during Encephalitis Information Week. Read more

Published: 23rd October, 2021

Updated: 2nd March, 2022

Author: Andrew Pitt

What are the effects of encephalitis?

What are the effects of encephalitis?

What are the effects of encephalitis? Find out more during Encephalitis Information Week. Read more

Published: 22nd October, 2021

Author: Andrew Pitt

What is encephalitis?

What is encephalitis?

What is encephalitis and what are its symptoms? Find out more during Encephalitis Information Week Read more

Published: 19th October, 2021

Author: Andrew Pitt

Who is the Encephalitis Society and what is it that we do?

Who is the Encephalitis Society and what is it that we do?

Find out more about the Encephalitis Society and its work for Encephalitis Information Week (Oct 18-25) Read more

Published: 18th October, 2021

Updated: 2nd March, 2022

Author: Andrew Pitt

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    West Nile encephalitis

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    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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