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

Epilepsy Action PIF TICK re-certified 
Epilepsy Action PIF TICK re-certified 
Alison Tebbutt | Epilepsy Action remains a ‘trusted information creator’ after being re-certified with a PIF TICK from the Patient Information Forum.
Corrie’s Brody reveals epilepsy
Corrie’s Brody reveals epilepsy
Kami Kountcheva | Coronation Street introduces epilepsy in new character Brody, receiving input around the condition from Epilepsy Action.
PIP reforms could cost 800,000 people thousands a year
PIP reforms could cost 800,000 people thousands a year
Kami Kountcheva | DWP estimates 800,000 current and future PIP claimants stand to lose around £4,500 a year by 2029/30 due to the reforms, including…
The Big Epilepsy Consultation – Let’s make Epilepsy Action work for everyone
The Big Epilepsy Consultation – Let’s make Epilepsy Action work for everyone
Kami Kountcheva | Epilepsy Action is launching a new survey to hear from everyone affected by epilepsy what they want from the Epilepsy Action community.
New film highlights climate change impact on brain health
New film highlights climate change impact on brain health
Kami Kountcheva | Researchers and medics produce new film calling for urgent action on climate change, which they say is putting our brain health at…
Rugby star Tommy Freeman shares epilepsy story for Epilepsy Action Radio 4 Appeal
Rugby star Tommy Freeman shares epilepsy story for Epilepsy Action Radio 4 Appeal
Kami Kountcheva | Professional rugby union player Tommy Freeman is presenting Epilepsy Action’ BBC Radio 4 Appeal, airing today.
New test could speed up brain tumour diagnosis and treatment
New test could speed up brain tumour diagnosis and treatment
Kami Kountcheva | University of Nottingham researchers develop new test that can diagnose brain tumours in two hours.
More funding in NI neurology could save billions
More funding in NI neurology could save billions
Kami Kountcheva | Inaction in neurology in Northern Ireland has been called a “false economy” by Epilepsy Action Northern Ireland manager Carla Smyth.
Epilepsy Action demands U-turn on welfare cuts
Epilepsy Action demands U-turn on welfare cuts
Kami Kountcheva| The ‘Don’t take the PIP’ campaign launched today is urging the government to rethink disability benefits cuts and asking for people’s support
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