After a brief hiatus in 2023, where we instead held public facing events as part of the hugely successful International Epilepsy Congress arranged by the International Bureau for Epilepsy and the International League Against Epilepsy, this year our Epilepsy Ireland led National Conference is back!
You've seen our new campaign promoting #TimeSafeStay for #EpilepsyDay...but read this article for more on some of the things you might have missed!
We recently met with the Minister to discuss the expansion of the Free Travel scheme to mark #EpilepsyDay!
Read our statement issued to the media about our #EpilepsyDay 2024 campaign!
In a welcome development for campaigners in the UK, a new report from the Patient Safety Commissioner has recommended that a redress scheme be set up quickly to help support families who have been impacted by Sodium Valproate.
Read more about our work with SUDEP Action as a result of the incredible Cycle for Shane.
An Epilepsy Ireland supported study is seeking feedback from women with epilepsy as they continue their important research.
EpiKNOW is currently investigating the health information and resource needs of women with epilepsy in Ireland, from preconception to postpartum.
Following an ongoing review of new data, the European Medicines agency’s Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment Committee (PRAC) have announced new precautionary safety measures for the treatment of males with sodium valproate.
Our colleagues in Children's Health Ireland are currently conducting a research study in conjunction with Maynooth University which may be of interest to parents of children with epilepsy.
Our colleagues in the International Bureau for Epilepsy have launched another Virtual Art Exhibition for #EpilepsyDay 2024 - find out how to make a submission and showcase your creativity!