Epilepsy Day 2023: Here's what you need to do if someone has a seizure

Recent research has highlighted why seizure first-aid needs to be general knowledge amongst the wider public

Over 45,000 people live with epilepsy in Ireland

With over 45,000 people living with epilepsy in Ireland, this International Epilepsy Day is all about raising awareness and helping to inform the public on the correct steps to take if someone experiences a seizure.

Despite the condition being one of the most common neurological conditions in the country, a recent public awareness survey found that 80% of respondents believed that epilepsy to be a rare condition.