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Issue 4, February 2022
On Demand Seizure Recognition and First Aid Training for School Personnel
Epilepsy Alliance America is proud to officially launch our On-Demand Seizure Recognition and First Aid Training for School Personnel. This 60-minute training is available 24/7. While the training addresses specifics about the school-setting, anyone seeking to learn the basics of epilepsy and how to recognize and respond to a seizure could benefit from the content.
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Lorna Myers PNES Scholarship
Dr. Lorna Myers annually donates the royalties of her book, Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures: A Guide to Epilepsy Alliance America.
Using these funds, Epilepsy Alliance America has established a scholarship program for students with a diagnosis of psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES) who are pursuing higher level education at a university or college or a trade, technical or professional school.
Applications are currently available for the 2022-2023 School Year.
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Seizure Action Plan Week
Epilepsy Alliance America knows it is important to educate patients, healthcare providers, and the general public about the importance of Seizure Action Plans (SAPs). To that end we are proud to promote the second annual Seizure Action Plan Awareness Week this February. Learn more and help us spread the word.
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Spread the word about our tools and resources:
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International Epilepsy Day: February 14, 2022
It's not too late to spread the word and share the love!
#EpilepsyDay
Tools, Resources and Graphics available here.
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S.T.E.P.S Discussion Guide: Sample Post to Share
February 14 is International Epilepsy Day. With the right S.T.E.P.S. you can have stronger conversations with your healhcare provider and work together to reach your goals. Download the S.T.E.P.S Discussion Guide. #EpilepsyDay
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Seizure Action Plan: Sample Post to Share
A seizure is a medical emergency. A Seizure Action Plan lets others know what to do in an emergency situation. Learn more at https://www.epilepsyallianceamerica.org/seizure-action-plan/. #SAPAW2022
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