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National Epilepsy Week 2021

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National Epilepsy Week takes place next week and for the week, we will be highlighting key advocacy issues which are facing people with epilepsy and their families. 

New research could provide vital insights to understanding SUDEP.

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A new study from the United States has provided vital new insights into Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP). 

The study was conducted by researchers from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and was recently featured in leading medical journal Epilepsia. 

Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council pass motion supporting key Epilepsy Ireland advocacy matters.

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At the most recent meeting of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, local councillors supported a motion on the issue of Free Travel for people with epilepsy and the issue of reasonable accommodations for students during state exams.

The motion was brought forward by Cllr. Séafra Ó Faoláin with the motion receiving unanimous support.

The passing of this motion follows similar decisions from Louth, Wexford & Donegal County Councils earlier this year.

Art Submissions invited in advance of 13th Asian & Oceanian Epilepsy Congress

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While the evenings are getting longer and the sun a bit brighter, we still need to continue to #HoldFirm with measures to combat COVID-19. While the extension of boundaries to beyond 5km has allowed us all to try different walking routes etc, we are aware that there are still many of our members, followers and supporters who are looking to keep their minds busy during these continuing strange times.