SIR – I am writing on behalf of the Meningitis Trust to encourage your readers to help fight meningitis by running the Bupa Great North Run on Sunday, September 18.

The event offers a fantastic personal fitness challenge and will also be a great day out for runners and supporters.

The Bupa Great North Run has earned a reputation of the most iconic half-marathon on the planet.

The Meningitis Trust helps around 20,000 people each year; and gives vital support to those who have been affected by this life-changing disease.

We will look after our runners by providing personalised running tops, dietary and training advice, fundraising advice, a goodie bag and a post-race reception, including a leg massage.

If you would like more information, or to sign up, contact our events team on 0845 1204530 or e-mail events@meningitis-trust.org.

Roza Woodley, Meningitis Trust, Bath Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire