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My Brain & Medicine 2026

My Brain & Medicine 2026 – Registration is now open FREE virtual (online) event Join us online for a patient event and listen to professionals and lived experience speakers. The presentations are aimed at patients, caregivers and family members with an interest with encephalitis. Starting on Monday, April 27, 2026 at 1:00PM BST, this event will […]

27 April 2026
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Edinburgh Marathon Festival

The Edinburgh Marathon Festival offers a varied programme of events across the weekend, with kids races, 5km, 10km, half marathon and full marathon, including the Hairy Haggis Team Relay option for 4 runners.

23 - 24 May 2026
Edinburgh, UK
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Family Resilience Day

Family Resilience Event 28-30 May 2026 Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Doncaster, UK   This is an in-person only event aimed at children (up to 16-year-old) and their families who experienced encephalitis and its aftereffects. It is an opportunity for both children and parents to connect with each other and share experiences in a safe environment. Schedule […]

28 - 30 May 2026
Yorkshire Wildlife Park
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Autoimmune encephalitis

Autoimmune Encephalitis Lived Experience - Richard's Story

Richard, who was affected in his 20s, talks about life following encephalitis. He shares his experiences of the after-effects of his encephalitis, his interest in mindfulness, and living in the present.

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Herpes Simplex Encephalitis Lived Experience - Richard's Story

Richard, a conductor from the USA, talks about how he has had to embrace new emotions as part of his ongoing recovery from Herpes Simplex Virus Encephalitis.

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Covid-19 Encephalitis - Reggie's Story told by his parents

Our son Reggie, four, started out with a temp of 38 degrees centigrade. We thought it was just another viral infection. The temperature stayed up until the Wednesday, with Reggie not eating or keeping fluids down. He was very lethargic, there was no much movement and a rash on his back.

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Rachel's lived experience of herpes simplex encephalitis

Herpes Simplex Virus Lived Experience - Rachel's Story

Rachel talks about her experience of encephalitis including fatigue and memory loss but how she will not allow the changes it made to her life define her.

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Polly on her travels. She describes her lived experience of autoimmune encephalitis.

Autoimmune Encephalitis Lived Experience - Polly's Story

Polly describes her lived experience of autoimmune encephalitis including her symptoms, treatment and recovery.

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Pete with hiss family. Pete shares his live experience of viral encephalitis

Viral Encephalitis Lived Experience - Pete's Story

Pete shares his lived experience of Viral Encephalitis. He shares his journey though diagnosis, treatment and recovery.

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A photo of Paul. Paul shares his lived experience of Encephalitis.

Meningoencephalitis Lived Experience - Paul's Story

Paul shares his lived experience of Meningoencephalitis. This includes his symptoms and how it affected his life, but also what helped in life after Encephalitis.

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LGi1 Autoimmune Encephalitis Lived Experience - Pauline's Story

Pauline was affected by autoimmune LGI1 encephalitis in 2015 and then again in 2017. Here she shares her story and experiences with us. This film is part of our My Brain and Me Project.

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Viral Encephalitis - Nicholas' Story - 5 years on

Five years on for Nicolas's mum. Sarah talks about her son's battle with the after effects of viral encephalitis. Nicolas fought for over 20 years before losing his life.

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Herpes Simplex Encephalitis Lived Experience - Natasha's Story

Natasha had encephalitis when she was just two years old. Here, she shares examples of her lived experience including fatigue and changes to her co-ordination.

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A photo of Ross and his dad. Michele describes Ross' lived experience of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis.

Anti-NMDAR Encephalitis Lived Experience - Michele's Story - Part Three

This is Part 3 of Michele sharing her son Ross’ lived experience of Anti-NMDAR Encephalitis. This includes the struggles with the care system, finally getting a diagnosis, treatment and life since treatment.

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A picture of the family including Ross and Michele. Michele describes Ross' lived experience of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis.

Anti-NMDAR Encephalitis Lived Experience - Michele's Story - Part Two

This is Part 2 of Michele sharing her son Ross’ lived experience of Anti-NMDAR Encephalitis. This includes the struggles to get a diagnosis.

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A photo of Michele and Ross. Michele shares Ross' lived experience of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis.

Anti-NMDAR Encephalitis Lived Experience - Michele's Story - Part One

Michele shares her son Ross' lived experience of Anti-NMDAR Encephalitis. This includes the initial symptoms and the effect on Ross' family.

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Martin in a flower field. He describes his Herpes Simplex Virus Lived Experience. He discusses symptoms, diagnosis and how his life has changed since having encephalitis.

Herpes Simplex Virus Lived Experience - Martin's Story

This is Martin's Herpes Simplex Virus lived experience. Martin discusses symptoms, diagnosis and how his life has changed since having encephalitis.

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Mark with his rugby team. Mark describes his Epstein Bar Virus Encephalitis lived experience.

Epstein Bar Virus Encephalitis Lived Experience - Mark's Story

Mark describes his Epstein Bar Virus Encephalitis lived experience. This includes diagnosis and how he is coping now.

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Anti-NMDA Encephalitis Lived Experience - Maddi's Story

Anti-NMDA Encephalitis Lived Experience - Maddi's Story

Tricia talks about her daughter Maddi's diagnosis of anti-NMDA receptor antibody encephalitis. About how she went from a 'typical' 5 year old to showing signs of anger and aggression and the struggles that came with it.

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NMDA Autoimmune Encephalitis Lived Experience - Macy's Story

Anti-NMDAR Autoimmune Encephalitis - Macy's Story

Macy talks about her lived experience of NMDA Autoimmune Encephalitis and how she fought to maintain her joy of running.

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Autoimmune Limbic Encephalitis Lived Experience - Lorna's Story

Lorna talks about her lived experience and induced coma as a result of unknown autoimmune encephalitis and limbic encephalitis.

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LGi1 Autoimmune Encephalitis Lived Experience - Lisa's Story

Lisa talks about her lived experience of autoimmune encephalitis which, in her case, cased seizures, mobility issues, problems with cognitive function such as short term memory loss and aphasia.

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Encéphalite auto-immune vécue - L’histoire d’Elisabeth

Elisabeth partage son expérience d’un diagnostic d’encéphalite auto-immune. La confusion que cela a causée et comment et comment elle a passé Noël, le Nouvel An et son 20e anniversaire à l’hôpital.

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Viral Encephalitis Lived Experience - Ken's Story

Ken, who was diagnosed at just 2 years old, talks about his experience of viral encephalitis and growing up with very little information in the 60's and 70's.

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Anti-NMDAR Encephalitis Lived Experience - Kelly's Story

Kelly talks about her experience of having meningococcal encephalitis as a seven month old and then 3 subsequent experiences of encephalitis including Anti-NMDAR encephalitis.

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Mengioencephilitis Live Experience - Katie's Story

Katie talks about her experience of Mengioencephilitis, that causes flu like symptoms, that she had while she was working for the NHS.

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Katharina talks about her experience of Meningoencephalitis

Meningoencephalitis Live Experience - Katharina's Story

Katharina talks about her experience of Meningoencephalitis which can cause flu like symptoms. She tells her story from the memory of others and how her life has changed as a result of encephalitis.

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My Brain & Medicine 2026

My Brain & Medicine 2026 – Registration is now open FREE virtual (online) event Join us online for a patient event and listen to professionals and lived experience speakers. The presentations are aimed at patients, caregivers and family members with an interest with encephalitis. Starting on Monday, April 27, 2026 at 1:00PM BST, this event will […]

27 April 2026
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Edinburgh Marathon Festival

The Edinburgh Marathon Festival offers a varied programme of events across the weekend, with kids races, 5km, 10km, half marathon and full marathon, including the Hairy Haggis Team Relay option for 4 runners.

23 - 24 May 2026
Edinburgh, UK
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Family Resilience Day

Family Resilience Event 28-30 May 2026 Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Doncaster, UK   This is an in-person only event aimed at children (up to 16-year-old) and their families who experienced encephalitis and its aftereffects. It is an opportunity for both children and parents to connect with each other and share experiences in a safe environment. Schedule […]

28 - 30 May 2026
Yorkshire Wildlife Park
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Great North Run

The AJ Bell Great North Run is the world’s biggest half marathon, with 60,000 runners taking on the 13.1 mile route from Newcastle to South Shields. Register your interest for 2026!

13 September 2026
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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My Brain & Medicine Birmingham, England 2026

My Brain & Medicine (MB&M) is an in-person event only. We would love you to join us in Birmingham, England on Friday 9 October 2026. This event is for anyone who wants to listen to the experiences of people who have been directly or indirectly affected by encephalitis and learn more about the after-effects. There […]

9 October 2026
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Encephalitis 2026 - Registration

7th and 8th December 2026 Royal College of Physicians (RCP), London and virtually (Please note the attendance is both in-person and virtual. Those who register will be able to watch the Conference sessions on demand for 60 days after the event) Registrations are now open! (in-person and virtual tickets are available) Book your tickets here   […]

7 - 8 December 2026
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Ultra Challenge - Walk, Jog, or Run

Whether along stunning coastlines, or trails through wonderful countryside, your Ultra Challenge® will be unforgettable. Walk, jog or run - take on a 10km, 25km, 50km 75km or even a 100km Ultra Challenge.

Various Dates / Locations, United Kingdom
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UK Challenges - Run, Tough Mudder, Bungee

Want to run your first 5k? Or how about the challenge of a marathon or obstacle race? There are plenty of challenge options in the UK to support us!

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Global Running Challenges

Sight-seeing and running combine brilliantly for these global challenge events. Run through must-see cities and past iconic landmarks whilst supporting Encephalitis International!

Various Dates / Locations, Worldwide
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Cycling Challenges

From short cycles to epic multi-day international rides, there is a huge range of cycling challenges to choose from. Get on your bike and support Encephalitis International!

Various Dates / Locations, Europe
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SuperHalfs Series

The SuperHalfs Series brings together six epic destination half marathons which runners complete to secure their SuperMedal and a place in the SuperHalfs Hall of Fame. The events take place in Berlin, Cardiff, Copenhagen, Lisbon, Prague and Valencia. What an awesome challenge to take on in support of Encephalitis International!

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Herpes Simplex Virus Encephalitis - Daniel's Story

In 2017, I was young, fit, and full of energy. I worked as a primary school teacher and performed on many stages as the singer of a reggae and ska band. Life felt wide open. I had no limitations, no serious illnesses, and creativity flowed easily—writing songs, playing piano, editing videos, building things. Everything seemed to be unfolding exactly as planned, with a lightness I still miss today.

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Autoimmune Anti-NMDAR Encephalitis - Ashley's Story

My battle with Anti-NMDAR encephalitis began in late June 2023, when I was 29. My memories from that time are blurry, something many people with this diagnosis can relate to. It started at work. I was unusually anxious about a presentation and hadn’t slept for nearly 48 hours. As the anxiety escalated over the next […]

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Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis (ADEM) - Vittoria's Story

Vittoria was diagnosed with Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis (ADEM) in Italy in 2011. On August 5, 2011, aged 42, I felt a sharp pain in my lower right back, but I didn’t worry about it because I thought it was premenstrual pain. On August 7, I suddenly fell for no reason and felt dizzy. On August […]

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