The latest epilepsy news

MPs urged to improve access to epilepsy technology
Grace Wood | Epilepsy Action went to parliament this week to talk to MPs about epilepsy technology
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Sodium valproate restrictions to begin in January
Grace Wood | New restrictions for sodium valproate come into effect on January 31, 2024. The changes affect men and boys for the first time
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Guide to help treat people with epilepsy and learning disabilities
Grace Wood | The Clive Treacey Safety Checklist is for people with epilepsy and learning disabilities
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75% of carers struggling with mental health
Epilepsy Action joins Carers UK in calling for the government to develop a National Carers Strategy
Epilepsy campaigning

Make Things Work campaign broadcast across the UK
A petition to Make Things Work for people with epilepsy has been signed by more than 1,500
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Make Things Work: 42% wouldn’t hire employees with epilepsy
The Make Things Work campaign heard from managers and people with epilepsy who have faced workplace discrimination
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Guidance released to avoid maternal deaths from epilepsy
Grace Wood | Between 2019 and 2021, there were 17 maternal deaths from causes related to epilepsy
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NHS announces ‘bundle of care’ for children and young people
Grace Wood | NHS England has published recommendations for treating children and young people with epilepsy
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