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Epilepsy ACT is dependent on community support so that it can continue to assist people with epilepsy throughout the Australian Capital Territory and surrounding areas.
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Epilepsy ACT is dependent on community support to enable us to continue to make a difference in the lives of people living with epilepsy.
Online Training
Epilepsy ACT offers a range of online training options to suit individuals, organisations and community groups.
WALK for Epilepsy
Epilepsy ACT holds an annual walk to raise much needed funds to support our local people with epilepsy & the community.
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Support Epilepsy ACT by becoming a Purple Day Hero, keep funds local & change the lives of people with epilepsy in the ACT.
Seizure First Aid
Witnessing a seizure for the first time can be quite confronting. It is normal to feel frightened or helpless. By recognising the physical signs of a seizure, staying calm and knowing the appropriate first aid response you can help.
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To EPILEPSY ACT
Epilepsy ACT provides a wide range of information available for individuals with epilepsy
Epilepsy ACT (Epilepsy Association ACT Inc.) is a not-for-profit, self-help community service organisation formed in 1982.
Make a Donation
Epilepsy ACT is dependent on community support to enable us to continue to make a difference in the lives of people living with epilepsy.
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Now the warmer weather and sun has come out. Do you have an outdoor event coming up?
Have you thought of using our 2018 Walk sponsor Castle King? They have a great range of Jumping Castles to suit your event or party.
The cost of medications is often a concern for people living with epilepsy. Federal Health Minister, Greg Hunt has announced a price reduction for Lyrica and a range of other medications.
We need volunteers!
Come down and visit us at the Volunteering Expo, we are here till 6pm.
Southern Cross Club, Woden.
Today is R U OK? Day.
You could start a conversation that could make a difference to someone today.
If you need to talk to someone our Helpline is open Mon - Thurs, 9am-4pm
Ph: 1300 852 853.A conversation can change a life and have a big impact on someone who’s going through tough times. These 4 steps can help you navigate that conversation in a genuine, caring and safe way.
More tips at www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask
Does your child have Epilepsy?
Would you like them to attend events such as Cooking Workshops, The Special Children's Christmas Party, Sporting & Fun Activities?
Then please contact our office.
The Cheeky Neurons were lucky to chat with Dr Sasha Dionisio from the Advanced Epilepsy Unit at Mater Hospital, Brisbane about stereo-EEG's and his teams work.Have you ever heard of a stereo-EEG? We chatted to Dr Sasha Dionisio, head of the Advanced Epilepsy Unit at Brisbane's Mater Hospital about his teams' work using this technique as a component of epilepsy surgery.
Thanks to Epilepsy Queensland Inc. & Inspiring Australia for supporting our tour.
Check it out!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=gybw4bkjm6s&t=30s
Did you know that 1 in 200 students are living with Epilepsy?
The attached webinar provides great insights for anyone wanting to learning more about Epilepsy during the School years.
Epilepsy ACT is proud to be a member of @Epilepsy Australia, the national peak body supporting the community through a range of evidenced based services. This webinar was filmed by our collegues in Melbourne.
youtu.be/Y-eVeRrOtJYThis Epilepsy Foundation webinar features presentations from Dr Silvana Micallef, a Clinical Neuropsychologist and Rheana Nation, whose teenage son lives wit...