The Encephalitis Society
We support adults and children affected by encephalitis, their families and carers
by providing advice and information and working at national level to improve services.
We produce evidence based information on all aspects of the condition in printed,
electronic, video and audio formats.
We raise awareness about the condition and
its subsequent problems among relevant professionals, statutory agencies and the
general public.
We conduct research and work in partnership with other researchers
and their establishments.
Encephalitis Facts
- Encephalitis is inflammation of the brain
- Inflammation is usually caused by infection or an inappropriate auto-immune response
to infection
- The incidence is reported as 7.4/100,000 (based on US statistics)
- Anyone can become ill with encephalitis, at any age
- The inflammation can damage nerve cells resulting in “acquired brain injury”
- Compared to other infectious diseases, encephalitis has a high mortality rate
News and Events
Gilley Animation Project
BBC Children in Need are to fund the cost of animating our storybook for children
“Gilley the Giraffe … who changed”.
Some children who have been ill with encephalitis
have problems with reading, visual perception and understanding. The animated format
of the story will enable these children to gain an understanding of their illness
that is not achievable through reading the book.
Fundraising Dinner Dance
Fantastic Fundraising Dinner Dance in aid of the Encephalitis Society.
Winchester, 26 June 2009
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Charity Challenge
Charity Challenge - Trek the Transylvanian Alps for the Encephalitis Society. 17-22
August 2010. Join Professor Barbara Wilson, OBE and Ava Easton of the Encephalitis
Society in this once in a lifetime trip! A fantastic way to raise money for the
Society, boost your fitness and confidence as well as making new friends! Trek Transylvania
Tue 17 August – Sun 22 August 2010
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