Epilepsy Action Australia
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Epilepsy Action Australia is a leading national service provider offering vital and often life saving support and services to nearly half a million Australians who will be affected by epilepsy in their lifetime. We are guided by our vision that Australians can live confidently, despite seizures.
Our team of highly skilled Epilepsy Nurse Educators and Service Consultants assist thousands of children, adults and their families accept and adjust to a diagnosis of epilepsy.
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Bathroom safety and epilepsy
Unfortunately, the bathroom can be a dangerous place if a seizure happens – small room, hard floors and slippery surfaces – a lot of potential for injury. Here are a few options that may help:…
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Do cruise ships let people with frequent seizures on their cruises?
Yes, it would be discriminatory not to do so. However, from a safety perspective, it is advisable to inform the staff on the cruise, so they are aware of your condition, seizure types and medications,…
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How do I educate my community about epilepsy?
Telling people about your epilepsy for the first time is a very difficult thing to do. You want your privacy and freedom to be who you are without being judged. It’s a good idea to…
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Short term memory loss after a seizure
Short term memory loss of events prior to and after a seizure is very common. Some people eventually get some memory recall, while others lose it forever. It may be wise to study thoroughly, over…
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What is the best way to tell my children that I have epilepsy?
Epilepsy means that you have seizures sometimes, which start in the brain. The cells in the brain make everything in your body work by sending signals to each other and parts of the body. It…
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