Epilepsy Action is the working name of British Epilepsy Association, a registered charity in England and Wales (No. 234343) and a company limited by guarantee (No. 797997) in England. When using the ...

Focal seizures are a type of epileptic seizure that start on one side of the brain. They used to be called partial seizures. Focal seizures are a type of seizure that start on one side of the brain.

Kami Kountcheva | Following the Autumn Budget 2025 update from Chancellor Rachel Reeves, Epilepsy Action says victims of the valproate scandal are still waiting for essential redress. The Chancellor ...

Helen Maguire, MP for Epsom and Ewell completed the Nonsuch Parkrun on the weekend alongside constituent Barry Ahearn to raise money and awareness for epilepsy. Helen met Barry earlier this year after ...

Tonic-clonic seizures can have a generalised onset, meaning they affect both sides of the brain from the start. When this happens, the seizure is called a generalised tonic-clonic or bilateral ...

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 ...

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

Come and join Chris and Sam at Hull Epilepsy Support for a warm and friendly welcome and mutual support. Chris has epilepsy himself and Sam is Chris’ partner. Chris has supported people with epilepsy ...

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 ...

As you get older, you’re able to start making decisions about the things that are most important to you. It’s an exciting time, but being a young person with epilepsy can have its challenges too! On ...

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

On this page we explain what should happen at each stage of your epilepsy treatment and care after you have been diagnosed. Your care in England should follow the National Institute for Health and ...