According to the CDC, approximately 3.5 million Americans have epilepsy. About one-third of people with epilepsy do not achieve adequate control of their seizures with current treatments, making a seizure action plan an important management tool. Epilepsy Alliance America was joined by more than 45 Awareness Partners to spread the word during Seizure Action Plan Awareness Week.
Scholarships for Students with PNES - Apply Now
Epilepsy Alliance America manages a scholarship program for students with a diagnosis of psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES) who are pursuing higher education. We thank Dr. Lorna Myers for her continued financial support of this program. The application process and forms are available on our website.
Better Conversations with Providers
Sometimes a lot can be discussed in a very short appointment with your doctor. If you're struggling to remember or understand everything your doctor discusses with you, you are not alone. Prepare for your appointment and have better conversations.
Michael Rosado, a patient with epilepsy from Puerto Rico, shares how he prepares for his appointment so that he can have the best conversation possible.
Dr. Giancarlo Lugo, a pediatric neurologist at Valley Children's Healthcare in California, provides a Physician's Perspective on how patients and parents can prepare for an appointment to have the best conversation possible.
Learn more about Seizure Recognition and First Aid Training - available in-person and virtually by our member organizations - and On Demand - 24/7 on our website.
S.T.E.P.S Discussion Guide With the right S.T.E.P.S. you can have stronger conversations with your healthcare provider and work together to reach your goals. Download the S.T.E.P.S Discussion Guide.
Seizure Action Plans
A seizure is a medical emergency. A Seizure Action Plan lets others know what to do in an emergency situation.
