Two-year-old Marshall Janson has been allowed home last week following an infection scare which saw him rushed into hospital when his temperature soared to over 40.

He was initially taken to Treliske and then to Frenchay Hospital in Bristol. Doctors believe that an infection following the recent operation on his legs at Frenchay was the cause.

Marshall's mum, Stephanie, said, "It is a huge relief to have him home. We were so worried about him, particularly when medical staff were having difficulty bringing his temperature under control."

Stephanie, who is six months pregnant, went on to thank all those who had sent messages of support and good wishes, many of them Packet readers.

"It was very kind of all those who took the time and trouble to send us lovely messages ", said Stephanie. "It meant a great deal to us."

Stephanie went on to confirm that the Colour My Friday campaign, for schools throughout Cornwall, had been extended to the end of the summer term. The campaign, launched in March by TV's Doc Martin, Martin Clunes, is an invitation to schools to choose a Friday and allow pupils can dress up in their brightest most colourful clothes.

The campaign is being run jointly by the Handstand Appeal and Meningitis UK, to raise awareness about the dangers of meningitis and to raise funds for both organisations.

Handstand Appeal co-ordinator Gerry Reilly said: "Marshall lost his hands and legs following an attack of meningitis and, as the events of the last few weeks have demonstrated, he faces a lifetime of struggle. The consequences of a meningitis attack are just devastating."

To register for the campaign and to receive a free resource pack, schools should contact Laura Murray at Meningitis UK on 01173 737 373 or email lauramurray@meningitisuk.org Further information is available at www.meningitisUK.org For information about the HANDSTAND Appeal, including details on how to donate, visit www.handstand.org.uk