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At the age of 20, Nicola from Kirkwall in the Orkney Islands started experiencing seizures for the first time. It forced her to take time off work and to speak to her GP before being referred to a neurologist where she was diagnosed with epilepsy. Receiving a diagnosis felt like “the end of the world.” …
Richard was diagnosed with epilepsy 17 years ago. On Mental Health Awareness Week (13-19 May 2024), he shares the impact epilepsy has had on his mental health and what has helped him overcome his mental health challenges. Please be aware that Richard’s story contains him talking about suicide which may be upsetting for some people. …
On Mental Health Awareness Week (13-19 May), Epilepsy Scotland is calling on health boards across Scotland to implement routine screening of mental health issues in epilepsy clinics with immediate referral to mental health support where required. Last year, the Scottish epilepsy charity published its Epilepsy On The Mind Report which showed that 1 in 3 …
Lack of access to mental health services for people affected by neurological conditions is profoundly impacting the wellbeing of people across Scotland. Research released today by the Neurological Alliance of Scotland shows how the underfunded neurological third sector is struggling to cope with the volume and intensity of demand for mental health support amongst …
A volunteer fundraiser from Glasgow has now raised over £20,000 for the charity Epilepsy Scotland in just over five years of fundraising activities and events. Kimberley Burns reached her impressive milestone after raising over £2,200 at the latest Glasgow Kiltwalk, where she and her mum walked over 22.6 miles for the charity. They joined thousands …
John was diagnosed with epilepsy almost 20 years ago. He shares the challenges he has faced and the help and support that Epilepsy Scotland’s Welfare Rights Service has provided him. How did you feel when you were first diagnosed with epilepsy? Devastated. Lost, because I didn’t know anything about epilepsy. Absolutely nothing about it. …
Local Aberdeenshire business AB15 has responded to the recent closure of the only in-person epilepsy support group in Aberdeenshire by funding the service part-time for a year. The group will re-start on May 10. Epilepsy Scotland, who run the support group, were forced to shut down the service in February of this year because they …
Public Health Scotland has updated the eligibility criteria for the Spring COVID vaccine booster. The new update means that people living with epilepsy will not be automatically eligible for the COVID booster this Spring. NHS Scotland recommends you have the spring vaccine this if you: are aged 75 years and over on 30 June 2024 …
Leanne was diagnosed with epilepsy when she was 18 years old. She shares how she felt when first diagnosed and why she decided to step out of her comfort zone and go skiing. How did you feel when you were first diagnosed? There was a mixture of relief of knowing finally what was going …
Are you a young person living with epilepsy (aged 13-21 on 1 September 2024)? Do you want to challenge yourself with public speaking in a unique setting? Are you passionate about equality, diversity and inclusion? Then this great opportunity may be for you! Public Speaking is an important skill and essential part of many jobs. …
Steph was diagnosed with epilepsy when she was 14 years old. She shares the challenges she has faced and how Epilepsy Scotland’s Youth Group service helped her. How did you feel when you were first diagnosed with epilepsy? This was actually a relief at the time. Teachers would say that I’m not listening or …
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