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We're planning our National Conference - and we want your feedback!
After a brief hiatus in 2023, where we instead held public facing events as part of the hugely successful International Epilepsy Congress arranged by the International Bureau for Epilepsy and the International League Against Epilepsy, this year our Epilepsy Ireland led National Conference is back!
#EpilepsyDay 2024 in the News!
You've seen our new campaign promoting #TimeSafeStay for #EpilepsyDay...but read this article for more on some of the things you might have missed!
Minister Heather Humphreys officially announces expansion of Free Travel scheme on #EpilepsyDay!
We recently met with the Minister to discuss the expansion of the Free Travel scheme to mark #EpilepsyDay!
#EpilepsyDay 2024 - Millions of words written about epilepsy – but just three to remember when responding to a seizure!
Read our statement issued to the media about our #EpilepsyDay 2024 campaign!
UK Report recommends Redress for people impacted by Sodium Valproate
In a welcome development for campaigners in the UK, a new report from the Patient Safety Commissioner has recommended that a redress scheme be set up quickly to help support families who have been impacted by Sodium Valproate.
Epilepsy Ireland & SUDEP Action join forces on tool to reduce epilepsy risk in Ireland
Read more about our work with SUDEP Action as a result of the incredible Cycle for Shane.
Research Request – EpiKNOW wants to hear from Women with Epilepsy!
An Epilepsy Ireland supported study is seeking feedback from women with epilepsy as they continue their important research.
EpiKNOW is currently investigating the health information and resource needs of women with epilepsy in Ireland, from preconception to postpartum.
New precautionary measures to be introduced regarding prescribing of Sodium Valproate for Men
Following an ongoing review of new data, the European Medicines agency’s Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment Committee (PRAC) have announced new precautionary safety measures for the treatment of males with sodium valproate.
Research Request: Medical-related stress in patients and parents attending Children’s Health Ireland
Our colleagues in Children's Health Ireland are currently conducting a research study in conjunction with Maynooth University which may be of interest to parents of children with epilepsy.