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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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Autoimmune Encephalitis Lived Experience - Elisabeth's Story

Autoimmune Encephalitis Lived Experience - Elisabeth's Story

Elisabeth shares her experience of being diagnosed with autoimmune encephalitis. The confusion it caused and how and how she spent Christmas, New Year and her 20th birthday in hospital.

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Autoimmune Encephalitis Dave's Story - Part Two

Autoimmune Encephalitis Dave's Story - Part Two

Part 2, February 2018 (aged 68): An update on my progress after I fell ill with autoimmune encephalitis in January 2016.   General I feel that I have come a long way since my illness in January 2016 and I am sure my family and friends would agree on this. Some days I feel 100%, […]

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Autoimmune Encephalitis Dave's Story - Part One

Autoimmune Encephalitis Dave's Story - Part One

Part 1: January 2016 (aged 66) I have no recollection whatsoever of the initial stages of contracting encephalitis, nor the early stages of my diagnosis and treatment. Therefore, the first part of ‘my story’ has been compiled from the experiences of my family and friends, together with my medical team. The first sign that there […]

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Herpes Simplex Encephalitis Lived Experience - Corinna's Story

Herpes Simplex Encephalitis Lived Experience - Corinna's Story

The HSV encephalitis had caused the amygdala to dysfunction, sending me on an unpredictable emotional rollercoaster ride. When I first arrived at the emergency department, doctors couldn’t find a clear cause to my symptoms of feeling disoriented, dizzy, nauseous and suffering a severe headache.

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ADEM Lived Experience - Charlie's Story

However, on the morning of the 6th February, he woke at 4am, told us he felt sick and rushed to the toilet and immediately vomited. He felt hot to the touch and his temperature was over 40. This is a high temperature, but we were used to Charlie having fevers as he had suffered from recurring tonsillitis for six years before they were finally removed in July 2018.

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A photo of Paula. Paula describes her Viral Encephalitis Lived Experience.

Viral Encephalitis Lived Experience - Paula's Story

This is Paula's Viral Encephalitis Lived Experience. She discusses how encephalitis affected her childhood and how she is doing now.

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Ger and his family. Ger describes his Anti-NMDAR encephalitis lived experience.

Anti-NMDAR Encephalitis Lived Experience - Ger's Story

Ger tells the story of his three experiences with Anti-NMDAR encephalitis and how it affected the course of his life.

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Herpes Simplex Virus Encephalitis Lived Experience - Audrey's Story

Audrey discusses herpes simplex virus encephalitis lived experience, including the early signs of her illness and long term effects encephalitis has had on her life after being diagnosed at age 58.

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Anti-NMDAR - Cerys' Story told by mum, Kerry

We called an ambulance and she was fully recovered by the time they arrived with no recollection of what had happened. She was taken to A&E where a CAT scan and observations all came back clear. They even considered sending her home because she was alert and well. She was only kept in because I mentioned the changes in her over the past week or so.

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Herpes Simplex Encephalitis Lived Experience - Bruno's Story

My encephalitis started suddenly from one day to the next. I was 16 at the time, and I was half way through my lunch hour when it happened. All of a sudden and without any warning, I felt very dizzy and lost all sense of balance. I spent a good deal of the afternoon with friends in the school library sitting down not being able to move much.

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Herpes Simplex Encephalitis Lived Experience - Brie's Story

In November 2019 I started to feel run down. Initial diagnosis was an ear infection. However, after a week of antibiotics and steroids I wasn’t any better. I was lethargic, sleeping for hours of the day. I began to become unsteady on my feet. The GP added in another antibiotic and some more steroid ear drops. He still felt it was a bad ear infection and advised me to continue.

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Measles Encephalitis

Measles Encephalitis Lived Experience - Barbara's Story

Although I feel that my life has been affected by many events, even small ones, one specific event had a major effect on the direction my life took at the time. This event occurred when I came down with measles encephalitis at the age of six.

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VZV Meningoencephalitis Encephalitis Lived Experience - Annette's Story

When I developed the mother of all headaches, it was not surprising that I was discharged from A&E after a night of observation, with the diagnosis of a tension headache. They had done a CT scan and a chest X-ray but results were normal. However, they had not really taken into account the fact that I was confused, light-sensitive and vomiting. I had lost my appetite and found drinking water difficult as everything tasted revolting and made me feel even worse

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Anti-NMDAR Encephalitis Lived Experience - Ana's Story

Ana was a happy 10-year-old just finishing the 4th grade when she came down with flu-like symptoms. Terri (Ana's mom) describes Ana's Anti-NMDAR encephalitis lived experience.

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Encephalitis Lived Experience - Anais' Story

I was 15, going into 4th year, and it was September so at this point school had been in commencement for about 2 weeks. The first sign of encephalitis, I only realised AFTER the entire ordeal. I was in class and suddenly I felt my body go still - I felt a wave of nausea hit me full force, my hands were shaking and I couldn’t move. I remember thinking “I need to leave, what is happening?” but I couldn’t speak - it was like I had gone catatonic.

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Encephalitis Lived Experience - Amy's Story

I was finally given a diagnosis and treatment was commenced. I was sent for a PET scan to check for tumours/cancer which thankfully came back normal. I had a central-line inserted, and I was administered several rounds of high dose steroids, and started on monthly cycles of plasmapheresis as an out-patient. I am on monthly intravenous immunoglobulin, and immune-suppressing tablets which I take daily. I've also had Rituximab infusions.

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Measles Encephalitis

Measles Encephalitis Lived Experience - Zanna's Story

It's a shock to be this ill. It changes your perception, your place in your own life, your relationship to others. Perhaps you feel cast adrift by the virus whose greatest threat is past; you’ve survived; but you feel physically and emotionally exhausted. You may not be able to get up or down stairs. You may not be able to get out of bed at all.

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Viral encephalitis

Viral Encephalitis Lived Experience- Betzabé's Story

Although we -as Betzabé’s family- knew that she was not able to live the life that she lived before the brain injury, we were still fighting very hard to help her to build a worthwhile new life within her capabilities. We hoped that she could recover at least and have the independence as a person to look after herself and her youngest son.

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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 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 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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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.

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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!

Various Dates / Locations, Europe
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London Marathon

We have been unsuccessful in receiving a London marathon charity ballot place for 2027. The public ballot for 2027 is now open, you can apply for your own place here: Enter the ballot | London Marathon Events   The London Marathon is one of the world’s biggest marathon, with 55,000 runners taking on the route […]

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Autoimmune Encephalitis -Keith's Story

My journey with Encephalitis began back in December 2024. I woke up in the middle of the night around 4am and started to go into a daze and felt out of it like I wasn’t right. I ended up making it to the bathroom and collapsing against the sink counter breaking 3 ribs and then […]

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Herpes Simplex Virus Encephalitis - Aurora's Story

Emma shares her story of daughter, Aurora’s, encephalitis diagnosis. Our daughter was born at 34 weeks premature. I had bleeding and premature rupture of my waters, hence her early birth. Before labour, I had steroids, so she was ready for a premature birth. To this point, there were no concerns. Although she was born 6 […]

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Anti-NMDAR Autoimmune Encephalitis - Emily's story

My story with anti-NMDAR encephalitis begins in the summer of 2024. I had been fortunate enough to travel with my mom and my sister to visit family in England, when I started coming down with flu-like symptoms. At first, I thought very little of it. The constant go-go-go pace and lack of sleep combined with […]

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