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Science Week 2022 – read about our recent research investments!

Last Updated: Wed, 16/11/2022 - 16:45

This week is Science Week! Did you know we have made some major epilepsy research investments this year?

We’re planning for #EpilepsyDay 2023!!

Last Updated: Fri, 11/11/2022 - 16:35

Want to help shape our #EpilepsyDay 2023 campaign? Take our survey!

A night to remember for Louise - Special event to celebrate life of Louise Young organised for New Year

Last Updated: Thu, 10/11/2022 - 08:03

Tickets are now on sale for a special night of celebration, set to take place in the Talbot Hotel, Wexford Town on January 7^th, in memory of the late Louise Young.

Louise, from Murrintown, passed away suddenly on January 8^th, 2021, from Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy. She was just 24 years old.

Report on Epilepsy Ireland proposals on access to Free Travel expected in coming weeks

Last Updated: Wed, 09/11/2022 - 15:03

Read about a recent update regarding Epilepsy Ireland's longstanding campaign.

This Week is #MedSafetyWeek 2022

Last Updated: Mon, 07/11/2022 - 08:30

November 7th to 13th is #MedSafetyWeek - do you know how to report a side effect from medication?

Isabel Azu wins Irish Epilepsy League writing competition - read the poem here!

Last Updated: Thu, 27/10/2022 - 13:13

Read the fantastic poem from Isabel in the news section of our website.

Rivotril - Further shortage

Last Updated: Mon, 24/10/2022 - 17:35

Epilepsy Ireland has been notified by the Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) that further issues are expected with the supply of the Anti-Seizure medication, Rivotril (Clonazepam).

In September, manufacturing issues created a shortage of the medication and led to difficulties for many patients in having their prescriptions filled. Although supply had returned to normal in recent weeks, it now appears that further shortages are likely.