The latest epilepsy news

All the latest epilepsy-related news. Find updates on research, stories on people living with epilepsy and the work of Epilepsy Action

Inquest – woman died after seizure in A&E waiting room caused “significant, irreversible” damage
Inquest – woman died after seizure in A&E waiting room caused “significant, irreversible” damage
Kami Kountcheva | There were “missed opportunities” to recognise Inga Rublite’s condition, an inquest has heard.
New device for drug-resistant focal epilepsy available on NHS
New device for drug-resistant focal epilepsy available on NHS
Kami Kountcheva | The EASEE device for drug-resistant focal epilepsy is available on the NHS.
LGBTQ+ groups may have higher rate of epilepsy – study
LGBTQ+ groups may have higher rate of epilepsy – study
Kami Kountcheva | Epilepsy prevalence may be twice as high in LGBTQ+ communities, says a new US study.
Epilepsy Action lobbies new government for “impactful change”
Epilepsy Action lobbies new government for “impactful change”
Kami Kountcheva | Epilepsy Action has written to new cabinet ministers campaigning for better healthcare, justice and employment and welfare.
Epilepsy12 – children’s epilepsy services still need improvement
Epilepsy12 – children’s epilepsy services still need improvement
Kami Kountcheva | Epilepsy12 audit sheds light on improvements needed in care planning, mental health support and wait times in children’s epilepsy care
Wimbledon crash investigation outcome – driving rules
Wimbledon crash investigation outcome – driving rules
Kami Kountcheva | An update on epilepsy and driving rules as the Met police launches a reviewing into its investigation of the Wimbledon car crash.
Epilepsy Action secures grant to expand award-winning helpline
Epilepsy Action secures grant to expand award-winning helpline
Kami Kountcheva | Epilepsy Action has secured unrestricted grant funding from Angelini Pharma UK-I Ltd to improve its award-winning helpline service.
Epilepsy Action launches TV first aid campaign
Epilepsy Action launches TV first aid campaign
Kami Kountcheva | Epilepsy Action has launched its first TV campaign on what to do if someone has a tonic-clonic seizure.
Topiramate use in pregnancy: MHRA safety guidelines tightened
Topiramate use in pregnancy: MHRA safety guidelines tightened
Kami Kountcheva | The MHRA has updated its safety guidelines for the use of the medicine topiramate to help prevent harm to unborn babies
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