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National Press Releases

Letter to editor, 'An Ideal World for Women' blog

25 October, 2007

Dear Sir/Madam,

Lisa O'Brien, a new mum living with epilepsy, is supporting Epilepsy Action’s campaign An ideal World For Women by writing a blog which focuses on her epilepsy and, in particular, how this effects having children, and family life.

The campaign aims to highlight the treatment needs of women with epilepsy. This ranges from the onset of puberty; pre-conception counselling; joint maternity care with a midwife and an epilepsy specialist nurse; information on how epilepsy can impact on caring for a baby; through to the effects of the menopause.

It’s Snow Wonder

11 October, 2007

Raymond Briggs creator of ‘The Snowman’ is supporting Epilepsy Action’s 2007 Christmas Collection catalogue.

Philippa Corner, fundraising officer at Epilepsy Action says: “This year Raymond Briggs took part in our National Doodle Day by drawing his famous picture of ‘The Snowman’. His doodle raised an amazing £1,300. We thought that his doodle would be brilliant as a Christmas card and as the front cover for this year’s Christmas catalogue.”

Medical services continue to fail women with epilepsy

8 October, 2007

Women with epilepsy have revealed their vision for the future in An Ideal World for Women, a survey carried out by the national charity Epilepsy Action.

The women’s blueprint for future epilepsy services highlights the need for clear, relevant information in preparation for the major stages of their lives, and also includes their hopes for a better outlook for the condition.

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