I am writing to express my thanks to all those who have supported the Meningitis Trust and helped to raise awareness of meningitis in 2004.

The Meningitis Trust relies heavily on all its supporters, their friends and families to continue to provide support for life to sufferers and fund life-saving medical research.

Meningitis can strike anyone at any time and of any age and still affects thousands of people in the UK every year. Please be vigilant over this holiday period and the coming winter months,

Nurses on our 24 hour helpline provide information and support on 0845 6000 800 or visit www.meningitis-trust.org.

Toni Collier

Meningitis Trust