Shine a Light on Epilepsy This November

Written by Magenta Webb, BSN, RN

Did you know that epilepsy affects 1 in 26 people in the U.S? That means chances are, someone you know–whether a friend, coworker, or family member–lives with epilepsy. Yet despite being one of the most common neurological conditions, its often misunderstood. 

This November, we come together to:

What You Can Do:‍‍

Resources:‍‍

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2024,March 25). Epilepsy. U.S. Departmentof Health & Human Services. https://www.cdc.gov/epilepsy

‍Epilepsy Foundation. (n.d.). Epilepsy Foundation: Epilepsy and seizure education, support, andadvocacy. https://www.epilepsy.com‍‍

Mark Your Calendar:

‍Join us 5/18/26 for our Fatal Five: Seizures Training: check out www.pchc.org. Let’s shine a light on epilepsy – because awareness changes everything!‍‍

• Raise awareness about epilepsy and seizures
• Educate communities on what to do during a seizure
• Break down stigma through conversation and support

1. Wear purple and show your support.
2. Learn seizure first aid- it can save a life.
3. Share resources to spread awareness