The Meningitis Trust works to ensure all communities are aware of the signs, symptoms and impact of meningitis and to ensure anyone affected accesses quality care and support - our support services are unique within Scotland. We provide: a 24 hour freephone helpline 0800 028 18 28, our community services nurse, professional counselling, art therapy, financial grants, one to one contacts and our family fun days. These services are a lifeline for the individual affected and their family and friends.
There are around 40,000 people living in Scotland today who have been affected by meningitis; in addition there could be a further 736 new cases reported each year – although experts believe these numbers only account for half the actual cases, as cases of viral meningitis often go unreported. Of those who contract the disease 10% will die, 15% will suffer permanent after-effects such as loss of hearing, sight impairment, memory loss, personality changes or limb loss where blood poisoning has occurred. For many individuals and families the emotional trauma suffered as a result of the sudden impact can leave a profound and lasting effect on family life.
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