Epilepsy Talk
Epilepsy Stigma and Awareness
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Until the late 1970s, legislation in the United States prevented people with epilepsy from entering public buildings such as restaurants, shopping centers, and theaters. [US Department of Health]
“Most of my life, I have been scared to talk about my epilepsy. Why? Because I was scared what others would think. Society does isolate, even discriminates against people with epilepsy.” — Louis S.
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Epilepsy Advocacy Letter
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Dear Friend / Neighbor,
This isn’t a note asking for money. (Although feel free to donate if you want to!)
It’s about epilepsy. Because even though over 3 million Americans have it (more than Multiple Sclerosis, Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, and Parkinson’s Disease combined), no one seems to want to talk about it.
Groundbreaking Report: A Giant Step for Epilepsy
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In a special presentation from the Institute of Medicine (IOM), a groundbreaking report was released with 13 recommendations that the IOM designed to help improve care for all people with epilepsy…
There IS Hope!
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There IS Hope!
Here is an encouraging letter I received from the Department of Health & Human Services:
Thank you for your personal message regarding the training of law enforcement officers and other public safety personnel who respond to people experiencing epileptic seizures…
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