- Epilepsy is having fits because of something happening in your brain.
- Some people call fits seizures.
- Epilepsy can start at any age.
Easy read resources.
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Guide to epilepsy (available in audio format on the website).
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Guide to the different types of epileptic fits.
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Guide to different types of epileptic fits (available in audio format on the website).
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Information on staying safe with epilepsy.
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Guide to what is a vagus nerve simulator?
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Guide to epilepsy.
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Guide to taking epilepsy medications.
Other reading resources.
- Not easy read, ask someone you trust if you need help.
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Information for parents and carers about living with epilepsy and keeping their child safe.
Information for parents about SUDEP. (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy). How common it is, what causes it and how to reduce the risk.
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