By Deron Hamel Alexa Graham has never been one to let epilepsy stand in the way of her dreams. The recent high-school graduate from Timmins, Ont. was diagnosed with the condition as a young child. From that time, Alexa says she and her family were told she would never be able to “lead a normal…
We are bringing back the #Iam1in100 campaign this March. Download the material below and help expand the representation of what it means to live with epilepsy. If you have epilepsy, download the sign that says “I have epilepsy and…” In the blank space provided, you can write about how you’re feeling or how you’re…
Epilepsy Ontario asked the 4 main Ontario political parties questions about issues important to the epilepsy community. Here are their responses. Question 1 Epilepsy Ontario has been advocating for several years for funding for epilepsy education and support programs that are delivered by Ontario’s Community Epilepsy Agencies. These programs are not currently funded by…
By Deron Hamel People living with epilepsy often find themselves battling stress, anxiety and depression related to their condition, and these mental health issues can be exacerbated when they live in a region that does not offer adequate resources to help them. But thanks to a new cognitive behavioural therapy program offered by Epilepsy Ontario,…
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