We have a wide range of books, booklets and factsheets about epilepsy. Download our nurse information catalogue for available titles. New guidance has been developed by a multi-disciplinary group of ...

The Board of Trustees is the governing body that constantly improves the way we work at Epilepsy Action. Trustees represent the views of people affected by epilepsy when it comes to creating new ...

Seizure first aid is about what you can do if you see someone having a seizure. Find out about different seizure types and how you can help keep someone safe by following some simple steps.

When your child has epilepsy, it’s natural to worry about them having seizures at school. But with the right communication and school support, having epilepsy should not stop your child getting the ...

Our award winning UK helpline offers free, confidential advice to anyone affected by epilepsy. We are open 8:30 – 5:00 Monday to Friday and 10 – 4 on Saturdays. You can also send us your questions at ...

You can make a difference for people with epilepsy. Whether you want to donate, fundraise with us or volunteer your time, here are ways you can support our work. Making a regular donation to Epilepsy ...

Tonic-clonic seizures are the type of epileptic seizure most people recognise. In the past they were called grand-mal seizures. Tonic-clonic seizures can have a generalised onset, meaning they affect ...

Find out more about epilepsy, the symptoms, how to get a diagnosis, treatments and more.

If you have seizures which can’t be controlled with epilepsy medicines, and you are not able to have epilepsy brain surgery, then vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) therapy may be an option for you. The ...

Our award winning UK helpline offers free, confidential advice to anyone affected by epilepsy. We are open 8:30 – 5:00 Monday to Friday and 10 – 4 on Saturdays. You can also send us your questions at ...

Epilepsy can impact on many parts of your life. This section gives advice, information and support on how to live with your epilepsy.

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