Epilepsy for primary care nurses is an online course for practice nurses and others working in primary care. During the course, you will learn everything you need to support patients with epilepsy. It ...

Some things make seizures more likely for some people with epilepsy. These are often called ‘triggers’. Triggers don’t cause epilepsy. But if you already have epilepsy, they make seizures more likely.

Our award winning UK helpline offers free, confidential advice to anyone affected by epilepsy. If you would like to talk to someone about epilepsy, our trained advisers are here to help. It’s free to ...

Being diagnosed with epilepsy can be a lonely and isolating experience. Our Talk and support groups offer a place for people to meet other people with epilepsy to share experiences, advice and ...

Too busy to meet in person? No means of transport? If you’re struggling to attend an in-person meeting, don’t worry! Our online Talk and support groups are a great way of connecting with others online ...

Epilepsy Action supports research in many different ways, from funding projects to providing patient and public engagement support, helping disseminate results and advertising recruitment ...

Helping someone having a seizure doesn’t have to be scary. the seizure continues for more than 5 minutes the person is not regaining consciousness the person goes straight into another seizure the ...

You may be able to claim benefits if you have epilepsy. There are also other financial support schemes available. This page has information about financial support for people with epilepsy and their ...

Some people with epilepsy experience anxiety. This information explains what anxiety is and looks at the relationship between anxiety and epilepsy. It also covers treatments and self-help resources ...

Get answers to your questions. Connect with others at an Epilepsy Action group. Get 1-1 support through our befriending service. Find local support in Northern Ireland and Wales. You can instant ...

Epilepsy can impact on many parts of your life. This section gives advice, information and support on how to live with your epilepsy.

Tonic seizures can be generalised onset, meaning they affect both sides of the brain from the start. Or they can be focal onset, meaning they start in just one side of the brain. If a tonic seizure ...