Join us at Nuffield Health on February 22nd for a day-long event dedicated to raising funds for World Encephalitis Day!

Get ready for an exciting lineup featuring raffles, challenges, special classes, prizes, and games.

We invite you to show your support by wearing red. Every contribution, no matter how small, will make a meaningful difference as we strive to reach our fundraising goal. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

Mark your calendars and be a part of this important cause. Together, we can make a positive impact and raise awareness for encephalitis.

Message from Gav:

'Some of you may know me or you may know my wife on reception Pip.

My name is Gavin, I was diagnosed with Autoimmune Encephalitis in July 2023.

This is where my immune system attacked my brain.

It all started off with flu like symptoms then I had a seizure while at home.

I was taken to hospital and within 24 hours I was fighting for my life in intensive care with doctors not knowing what was wrong with me.

I spent the next 6 months in hospital and I am left with long and short term memory difficulties, epilepsy and crippling anxiety with ongoing rehabilitation.

I am having to relearn almost everyday tasks and learn about myself as I have lost about 10 years of memories prior to this illness.

I have been robbed of my independence and confidence and I now rely on my family, wife and Carer on a daily basis, even for basic tasks such as reminding me to brush my teeth.

I am writing this as I want to let you know how nasty this disease can be and i am grateful and lucky to be able to share my story with you.

please spare a moment to read the information around you and show support for this charity as they have greatly helped me, my wife and family through the hardest time of our life.

Lets celebrate world Encephalitis Day and do what we can to spread awareness!'

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World Encephalitis Day fundraiser will help Encephalitis International's appeal which aims to raise £40,000 by the 22nd February to continue to provide training modules for medical professionals around the world about the diagnosis and treatment of encephalitis.

We know first-hand that early diagnosis and treatment can prevent death and disability from encephalitis, and utter devastation for families around the world. To achieve this, there is a need to develop better, accessible training opportunities on encephalitis for medical professionals to improve their knowledge and understanding of this complex condition.

Your support for this fundraiser will help us move a step closer to a world without death and disability from encephalitis.