Miscellaneous
Cheralyn's son Matthew contracted meningitis at 3½ years of age. After a full day at daycare, Matthew was drowsy, had a sore neck and disliked bright lights. Cheralyn was concerned for his health and when Matthew's symptoms changed she trusted her instincts and rushed him straight to hospital. Watching him fight for his life was heartbreaking. Matthew survived but has lived with severe migraines and eye problems ever since. Now a healthy teenager he realises how lucky he is and how important his mum's actions were.