Epilepsy Ireland funded study on incidence of SUDEP in Ireland published – SUDEP Action Day
A new study supported by Epilepsy Ireland has identified the incidence of SUDEP in Ireland at 1:1400 - equating to 33 people per year.
Welcome to Epilepsy Ireland
Our vision is to achieve a society where no person's life is limited by epilepsy.
SUDEP Action Day - "It is still so unbelievable that someone fit and healthy could die so suddenly at home with his family in such a way."
For SUDEP Action Day 2024, the Cormican family have shared their experience of SUDEP through the loss of their son and brother, Tadhg. Please take a moment to read and learn more about SUDEP.
Tadhg Cormican - Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
SUDEP Action Day - "Our world was shattered. It was just three weeks before our 45th birthday."
For SUDEP Action Day 2024, Natanya McGrath has shared their experience of SUDEP through the loss of her twin sister, Natasha. Please take a moment to read and learn more about SUDEP.
Natasha Adderley - Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.
EI write to Minister of Health following publication of SUDEP incidence study
We have written to the Minister of Health regarding the publication of the SUDEP incidence study, calling for co-ordinated action to reduce SUDEP by improving access to specialist care and treatment.
Epilepsy Deaths Register for Ireland
If you have lost a loved one who was living with epilepsy, please consider providing details of your loved one to the Epilepsy Deaths Register for Ireland.