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The incredible Cycle for Shane team completed their journey from London to Achill over the weekend.

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of one of the stalwarts of our organisation, Major General Vincent Savino Retd.

We will be investing in two new cutting edge epilepsy research studies!

The Irish Independent have published a documentary featuring women who were prescribed Sodium Valproate (Epilim) during pregnancy.

The documentary discusses how this has affected their life and the lives of their children. The feature is a powerful piece which highlights the real life-impact that this medication can and has had.

Find out how our team can support you child and school!

Epilepsy Ireland are currently seeking participants for the 24th year of our Training for Success course in ATU Sligo.

We recently welcomed a new member of staff to our TFS team in the form of Jenny Jimoh - who also just happens to be a former graduate of the course!

To help aid people with epilepsy who may be thinking of joining the QQI Level 5 course, Jenny has provided information on what drew her to the course which she now works on which you can read below....

Epilepsy Ireland have been informed by the Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) that the anti-epileptic drug, Levetiracetam 100mg/ml oral solution is now deemed an interchangeable medicine.

Medicines that are regarded as interchangeable are subject to generic substitution.

An epic Cycle is officially underway - can you help support the Cycle for Shane?

Read more about a new project that we have invested in.

We will be meeting with Minister for Health later this month. Read more about our ongoing campaign.