"The Meningitis Centre is striving to eliminate Meningitis in Australia by lobbying for vaccines and educating the community to be aware of the signs and symptoms. The Centre also provides support for families affected by the disease"
Our Ambassador - West Coast Eagles star, Adam Selwood
Mrs Maree Selwood, mother of West Coast Eagles' champion and meningitis survivor Adam Selwood,
shares the story of her encounter with meningitis.
Read her story now
Adam Selwood
After several seasons in run-with and defensive roles, Adam was allowed more freedom as a genuine midfielder in 2009 racking up a career-high 515 disposals in 21 games.
His career so far has been highlighted by a premiership win in 2006, a Rising Star Nominee in 2005 and representing Australia in the International Series in 2008.
Adam has also finished in the Top 3 for Fairest & Best voting at the Eagles in both 2007 and 2008.
Since debuting in 2003 the young veteran has displayed remarkable consistency and is now part of the leadership group at West Coast.
Adam contracted HIB meningitis in 1986 at two years of age and was lucky to make a full recovery.
In January 2010, Adam contacted The Meningitis Centre and has joined us in the fight against meningitis.
"When we play as a team we have the best chance of winning the fight against meningitis," said Adam.
