In 2016 my family urgently needed information about something we'd never heard of before - encephalitis. Encephalitis International provided reliable information and support when we needed it the most and, ever since then, I have wanted to repay them. So, from couch to 10k in 6 months, I'll be running the North Downs 10k (not the full ultra - maybe next time!) in July to raise funds for this charity.

I would be hugely grateful for any support you can give xx

ENCEPHALITIS INTERNATIONAL

Our mission is to increase global awareness of encephalitis, saving lives and building better futures.

Worldwide, a person is diagnosed with encephalitis (brain inflammation) every minute. Caused by infection or by autoimmune diseases, encephalitis strikes children and adults alike with no respect for gender or ethnicity. It is an acutely serious condition with high mortality rates, leaving many who survive with an acquired brain injury which will affect their memory, thinking and personality for the rest of their lives.