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Media Factfile

Media factfile

Media and PR Team Contacts

Tel: +44(0)1653 692583

Email

Typical office hours: Monday to Thursday, 9am to 5pm GMT, Friday, 9am to 4.30pm GMT.

Address: The Encephalitis Society, 32 Castlegate, Malton, North Yorkshire, England YO17 7DT

Our Spokespeople

Dr Ava Easton Chief Executive of the Encephalitis Society

Julia Clark Deputy Chief Executive

Phillippa Chapman Director of Services

Our Scientific Advisory Panel, including our Dr Ava Easton, our Chief Executive, consist of world leading clinicians and
researchers who we can access to provide expert analysis and commentary for journalists upon request

Case Studies

We have case studies available from across the UK, USA, Australia and the rest of the world. Contact the Media Team to source a case study from your particular geographical area.

A selection can be found on our website.

Latest

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
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

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 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?

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

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

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

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

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

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