Epilepsy Ireland & OACS Ireland meet with Minister for Health regarding Sodium Valproate Inquiry
Read about our meeting with the Minister for Health on this long-awaited inquiry.
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They did it - congratulations to the Cycle for Shane!
The incredible Cycle for Shane team completed their journey from London to Achill over the weekend.
Major General Vincent Savino Retd- Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of one of the stalwarts of our organisation, Major General Vincent Savino Retd.
Epilepsy Ireland to fund new studies under HRB -HRCI Joint funding scheme
We will be investing in two new cutting edge epilepsy research studies!
Irish Independent publish Documentary on Valproate families
The Irish Independent have published a documentary featuring women who were prescribed Sodium Valproate (Epilim) during pregnancy.
The documentary discusses how this has affected their life and the lives of their children. The feature is a powerful piece which highlights the real life-impact that this medication can and has had.
Back to School 2022 with Epilepsy Ireland!
Find out how our team can support you child and school!
Jenny Shares her experience of TFS!
Epilepsy Ireland are currently seeking participants for the 24th year of our Training for Success course in ATU Sligo.
We recently welcomed a new member of staff to our TFS team in the form of Jenny Jimoh - who also just happens to be a former graduate of the course!
Important notice for people taking Levetiracetam (Keppra)
Epilepsy Ireland have been informed by the Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) that the anti-epileptic drug, Levetiracetam 100mg/ml oral solution is now deemed an interchangeable medicine.
Medicines that are regarded as interchangeable are subject to generic substitution.
The Cycle for Shane is underway!
An epic Cycle is officially underway - can you help support the Cycle for Shane?
Epilepsy Ireland fund new study on ‘neuromodulation’.
Read more about a new project that we have invested in.