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My Brain & Medicine, Sweden

Please note this is a FREE in-person event only for patients diagnosed with encephalitis, their family members and caregivers. Venue: Elite Hotel Carolina Tower, Eugeniavägen 6, 171 64, Stockholm, Sweden  Room: Wilhelm Röntgen Hall Date:  Monday 26 January 2026 – 12.30 – 18.30hrs (CEST) Most of this event will be presented in Swedish and the […]

26 January 2026
Sweden
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World Encephalitis Day Alliance Conference Empowering Hope 2026

Please note that this event is an in person event taking place in Denver, United States Overview Join the World Encephalitis Day Alliance for a day of hope, empowerment, and unity at the World Encephalitis Day Alliance Conference 2026 – you won’t want to miss it! Welcome to the World Encephalitis Day Alliance Conference, Empowering […]

20 - 22 February 2026
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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
Online
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A letter from your brain

A Letter From Your Brain by Stephanie St. Claire may help you understand what happens with your brain after encephalitis.

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Anti-NMDAR Encephalitis Lived Experience - Hannah W's story

On September 4th, I was initially admitted to a psych ward. I was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder Type 1 with psychotic features and mania. After no improvement was observed, I was admitted to another hospital on the 15th as it was suspected my condition was not psychiatric, but medical. After several weeks of assessments, tests, and procedures, I was diagnosed with Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis a rare auto-immune disorder where antibodies attacked the receptors of my brain.

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Herpes Simplex Encephalitis Lived Experience - Aurelio's story

My father was diagnosed with HSV-1 Encephalitis in October 2020. My father is what you would call a stand-up guy, the life of the party, a heart of gold-type person. He fills every room he walks into with love, joy, and happiness so naturally this incident heavily affected all our lives: friends, family, and everyone around us.

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Herpes Simplex Encephalitis

Herpes Simplex Encephalitis Lived Experience - Hannah J's story

Hannah, a primary school teacher, fell ill with Herpes Simplex encephalitis in the Autumn of 2017. Watch almost two years on as she takes us on her journey from her time in hospital, through her rehabilitation, and the impact the illness has had on her and her family.

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Herpes Simplex Encephalitis

Herpes Simplex Encephalitis Lived Experience - Dawn's story

Dawn - who was affected by Herpes simplex virus encephalitis at the age of 17 - talks about her experiences of encephalitis, her recovery, and its impact on her life.

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Japanese Encephalitis

Japanese Encephalitis Lived Experience - Chelsea's story

As part of the My Brain and Me series Chelsea talks about when she contracted Japanese encephalitis whilst in Thailand. If you are affected by this story at all we encourage you to get in touch with our support team.

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Caring for my son with encephalitis - Bev's story

As part of our My Brain and Me project, Bev talks about being the full time carer for her son Richard who was affected by encephalitis in his early 20s.

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Stolen Lives

A short video about what encephalitis is and how those affected are supported by Encephalitis International.

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Encephalitis Lived Experience - Becky's story

Becky, who had encephalitis when she was 16, in May 2012, shares her story with us. She talks openly about her after-effects, and shares her advice for adapting after encephalitis.

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Autoimmune Encephalitis

Autoimmune Encephalitis Lived Experience - Aliya's Story

I quickly was diagnosed with bipolar 2 disorder and I had a new treatment plan, everyone knew I’d be okay. That was until my roommate found me seizing in my room; I was immediately sent to the hospital with uncontrollable seizures, transferred to another hospital, put under a medically-induced coma, was on a forced medical leave from school, and was ultimately flown back to Philadelphia.

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Epstein Barr Encephalitis

Epstein Barr Encephalitis - Alex's Story told by mum, Pennie

We got Alex to the Emergency Room. As the day progressed, Alex’s voice became higher and more shrill. When he was asked questions at the hospital he would seem confused and look at us to answer for him. A cat scan of his brain was done and he was given a lumbar puncture. His dad held him up for LP and he fell asleep during the procedure. We knew something was very wrong - who could fall asleep while getting a painful lumbar puncture?

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My Brain & Medicine, Sweden

Please note this is a FREE in-person event only for patients diagnosed with encephalitis, their family members and caregivers. Venue: Elite Hotel Carolina Tower, Eugeniavägen 6, 171 64, Stockholm, Sweden  Room: Wilhelm Röntgen Hall Date:  Monday 26 January 2026 – 12.30 – 18.30hrs (CEST) Most of this event will be presented in Swedish and the […]

26 January 2026
Sweden
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World Encephalitis Day Alliance Conference Empowering Hope 2026

Please note that this event is an in person event taking place in Denver, United States Overview Join the World Encephalitis Day Alliance for a day of hope, empowerment, and unity at the World Encephalitis Day Alliance Conference 2026 – you won’t want to miss it! Welcome to the World Encephalitis Day Alliance Conference, Empowering […]

20 - 22 February 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Denver International Airport
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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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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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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.

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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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Autoimmune Encephalitis - Shiloh's Story

Before her illness, Shiloh loved driving, racing, fitness, nature, friends, and work. In 2022, her life changed dramatically as worsening symptoms including headaches, hallucinations, memory loss, seizures, and physical complications which led to a diagnosis of autoimmune encephalitis and a long, intensive hospital stay. Her recovery required ICU-level care at home and immense emotional, physical, and financial support from her family and community. Today, Shiloh continues to heal and has regained independence, with her family reflecting on the power of faith, resilience, love, and positivity throughout their ongoing journey.

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LGi1 Autoimmune Encephalitis - Graeme's Story

Graeme shares his lived experience of LGi1 autoimmune encephalitis. Graeme shares his experience of developing sudden, involuntary spasms in early 2022 that gradually worsened and disrupted his daily life. Despite repeated medical consultations, his symptoms were misdiagnosed or overlooked for nearly two years. The episodes, later identified as dystonic seizures, were triggered by stress, fatigue, and everyday activities.

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Herpes Simplex Virus Encephalitis - Adey's Story

What came next was a horror story and the experience of physical, mental and emotional torture. My symptoms intensified. Confusion, mental fog, extreme fatigue, severe headache, non stop cyclical vomiting, unbearable abdominal pain, my throat inflamed now unable to swallow my saliva without intense burning, and excruciating pain with touch that ran through my body like fire when sensory neurons/pathways were glitched (hyperesthesia/allodynia).

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Calum Goodwin

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Emma Collins

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Jon Ainley

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Julie Welburn

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Jo Brooke

Trusts and Foundation Manager

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Poonam Mistry

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Prav Prathapan

Senior Medical Writer

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Vicky Burgess

Fundraising and Finance Admin Manager

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Alex Amaria

Digital Outreach and Volunteer Manager

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Natalie Herbert

Administration Executive

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