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Nearly 40,000 people living in Scotland have epilepsy. Children and older people are most at risk of developing this common serious neurological condition but anyone can develop epilepsy at any time – and 8 people a day in Scotland do. We want to make sure the needs of people with epilepsy are met. This is why we campaign for improved healthcare, better information provision and an end to stigma. In April 2008 Enlighten - Tackling Epilepsy merged with Epilepsy Scotland.

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Try our Text service

Mobile users can text their questions to us on 07786 209 501. This new way to get information is also aimed at younger people. You can find out more about the launch of the new service on our Press release. Read about our helpline policies here Helpline policies

National Epilepsy Week 2009

Exclusive interview with Janey Godley
Scots comedienne Janey Godley recently won our Edinburgh Wag of Wags competition. That night she shared some of her family experiences of epilepsy. Here is the exclusive interview she gave to award-winning writer Tristan Stewart-Robertson (news@w5pressagency.com). Read here for more info >>

VNS Survey

Have you tried three or more anti-epileptic drugs ? Are you unsuitable for surgery ? If so, Epilepsy Scotland would like to know if Vagal Nerve Stimulation (VNS) has been discussed with you as a treatment option.

Employers Best Practice Certificate and 2009 Award Winners

Employers have the opportunity to apply for a Best Practice Certificate. The Certificate shows the organisation has policies in place for recruiting and supporting someone with epilepsy more info >>

The Scottish Parliament and Glasgow IT firm, Russell Hamilton Business Systems Limited are champion employers and 2009 award winners (more info and press release)