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Reaching out: The importance of helplines for mental health and suicide prevention

On World Suicide Prevention Day, our Helpline and Information Officer, Uschi shares the importance of reaching out to Helplines such as Epilepsy Scotland’s when thinking about suicide or even already have plans in place. Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Awareness days play such an important part in shining the spotlight on important issues, particularly …

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MHRA Warns of Potential Risks for Children of Fathers Taking Valproate

The Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has issued a new safety alert regarding the anti-seizure drug valproate. Men taking this medication are now advised to inform their doctor if they are planning to father a child. Study Findings A recent study of health records has revealed a small increase in the risk …

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Partnership with Queen’s Park continues to grow

We are delighted to announce that Epilepsy Scotland’s well-established partnership with Queen’s Park Football Club, will be enhanced by a season long focus at the club. Epilepsy Scotland is a charity close to the club’s heart and many supporters have raised funds for us through initiatives involving the Queen’s Park Supporters Association, The Queen’s Park …

Ayrshire Family’s Heartfelt Fundraiser Nets £4,000 for Epilepsy Scotland

A family from Newmilns, Ayrshire have raised an incredible £4,000 for Epilepsy Scotland by organising a fun night at the pub. The fundraising effort, spearheaded by husband and wife, Tom and Jacquie Kiltie, along with their friend Graeme, brought together locals at The Riverside Inn for a night of pool, raffles, and bingo. The event …

#TalkEpilepsy Podcast – Epilepsy and driving

In the latest episode of our #TalkEpilepsyPodcast we talk about epilepsy and driving. With Epilepsy Scotland’s Helpline and Information Officer, Stuart we discuss: • Most common questions regarding epilepsy and driving. • When you need to give up your driving licence. • Support available if you are no longer able to drive. You can listen …

Epilepsy Scotland Support Group Facilitator

Epilepsy Scotland – Support Group Facilitator Hours: 14 hours per week Salary: £23,185 (pro rata 14 hours £9,274) Location: Aberdeen Closing date for applications: Thursday 05 September 2024 Interviews: Mid September 2024 In Scotland, around 58,000 people live with epilepsy. Epilepsy Scotland wants to ensure the needs of people with epilepsy are met and works …

Brave Kate Shaves Head, Raises Over £400 for Epilepsy Scotland

Kate Willingale, a volunteer fundraiser, from Kinross, Perth, has taken clippers to her locks and raised an amazing £433.75 for Epilepsy Scotland. This wasn’t just another charity haircut for Kate, it was a deeply personal journey of courage and hope. For 27 years, Kate has been living with epilepsy and a brain tumour. Recently, Kate …

Medication Challenges: Dealing with Supply Issues

One of our social media followers shares their experiences of living with epilepsy and the struggle they have had sourcing anti-seizure medication. Can you tell us a bit of background on how you got diagnosed with epilepsy? Well, about a year ago, I just started feeling really not right for a while and I …

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