Join the National Epilepsy Walk in D.C. on March 15 & make an impact. With more than 3.4 million people living with epilepsy nationwide, the impact of our work matters. With your help, we've made huge ...

The Seizure Recognition and First Aid certification training provides information to increase the knowledge, skills and confidence in recognizing seizures and safely administering seizure first aid.

Some health problems or symptoms happen more often in people with seizures than in people without seizures. We can help you understand the impact of these complications and risks. What Are the ...

470,000 children in the United States have epilepsy. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 336,000 kids have at least one seizure annually. Whether you’re ...

A common seizure trigger in people with epilepsy is being sick with some type of acute illness or infection. Head colds, lung infections or sinus infections (caused by viruses or bacteria) can often ...

Some people may find that seizures occur in a pattern or are more likely to occur in certain situations. Sometimes is just by chance, but other times it’s not. Keeping track of any factors that may ...

There is no one-size-fits-all for managing seizures. Discover resources that help you properly manage, track, and lessen the chance of a seizure. Living with epilepsy is more than just knowing your ...

Can stress cause a seizure? This is a question that many people with epilepsy ask when searching for potential seizure triggers. While the exact reason why stress can cause seizures for some people is ...

Thanks to our national partnership with Savers thrift stores, you can support the Epilepsy Foundation and partner with local organizations by donating gently used clothing and household items you no ...

Gaining control of your seizures takes specialized care. Find a doctor who can help diagnose and treat your seizures effectively. For some people, seizures may be easy to diagnose and control. In that ...

Find resources for managing your epilepsy and teaching others about epilepsy. Download toolkits, print out school forms, or explore other educational materials. Each seizure medicine works differently ...

You should also talk to your doctor before you start using any herbal medicines. Just because they come from nature does not necessarily mean they are safe for you to use. Other common medicines (even ...