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Epilepsy Awareness

SEAC webinar to address needs of students with epilepsy

January 17, 2014

Epilepsy Ontario is presenting a free information webinar Jan. 23 aimed at developing clear messaging about the kind of educational supports children with epilepsy need. The webinar will bring together Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) representatives from across Ontario, including many who will be advocating for the creation of protocols outlining supports that should be…

17-year-old’s epilepsy experiences inspire film crew to raise awareness through video

January 6, 2014

The creators of a 3-½-minute YouTube video filmed during Epilepsy Ontario’s screening of a documentary about seizure disorders were so taken by people’s stories about living with epilepsy that they’ve volunteered to take on another project centred on one of the people who spoke at the event. Editorial director Todd Phillips says he and his…

Disclosing seizure condition at work crucial for safety, fostering understanding

November 21, 2013

When Marcel Allen began eating less and appeared confused at work in June, a colleague at the Ottawa Police Service knew immediately that something wasn’t right. Her assumption was correct — Allen would have a major seizure a short time later. But the fact his colleague knew the symptoms people with epilepsy experience prior to…

Education key to eliminating epilepsy stigma, say panelists

October 31, 2013

TORONTO – In the documentary On the Edge: Living with Epilepsy, Bill Maier shares his story about having a seizure at school and then being reprimanded by his teacher for his “behaviour.” For people who have the neurological condition and those working for epilepsy support agencies, Maier’s story is a common theme. During a panel…