Encephalitis

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Please see below for reliable medical information on Encephalitis produced by alternative providers.

NHS website
www.nhs.uk/conditions

Although alternative links have been selected with great care, Contact cannot accept responsibility for any inaccuracies or errors. Alternative information providers give details of their quality control procedures on their website, which includes review of information by a qualified medical professional.

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Encephalitis Society

Helpline: 01653 699 599
Email: via website
Website: encephalitis.info

The Society is a Registered Charity in England and Wales No. 1087843. It provides information and support to children and adults affected by encephalitis, and their families. The Society produces a range of information resources for parents, children and professionals which can be downloaded from the website.

Group details last updated June 2025.