The outcome of a two-year inquiry in the UK which investigated how the British Healthcare authorities responded to reports of patient concerns regarding the use of sodium valproate (epilim) in pregnancy has today issued their long awaited report.
Survey of women with epilepsy identifies serious concerns with Sodium Valproate safety measures 
From December 9th 2019 - February 28th 2020, Epilepsy Ireland conducted a survey aimed at establishing awareness of the risks associated with the use of the drug sodium valproate (Epilim) in pregnancy and individuals’ experience of the various
July 22nd marks World Brain Day and we are joining with our colleagues in the Neurological Alliance of Ireland to raise awareness of neurological conditions in Ireland.
During the COVID19 pandemic clinicians are finding new ways of delivering care to patients and expanding on services that can offer support and care remotely.
New research from Trinity College Dublin and the Rollege College of Surgeons has identified a potential link between the prevalence of hallucinations associated with seizures and suicide risk.
The study, which was co-autored by a number of leading researchers in Ireland and the United States, was recently published in renowned epilepsy medical journal - Epilepsia.
Recently we shared a survey from our colleagues in the Neurological Alliance of Ireland (NAI) regarding the impact that COVID19 is having on those with neurological conditions - including those with epilepsy.
We have published our ‘Use of funds’ statement for 2019 here which outlin
Due to the COVID19 pandemic, many of our public fundraising events had to be cancelled due to the public health advice and in the interest of safety of our dedicated members, supporters & volunteers. Furthermore, we have also seen events cancelled where supporters would choose to organically fundraise for us - such as the many marathons that will now unfortunately not go ahead across the country.