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My name is Bec, and I am a Talk & Support group volunteer. I help to run the Talk & Support group in Truro, and I also lead the Southwest virtual Talk & Support group. I have been attending the Truro ...

Most people with epilepsy have healthy pregnancies and give birth to healthy babies. But some epilepsy medicines can be harmful to a baby if taken during pregnancy. This page explains the risks of ...

Epilepsy Action is the working name of British Epilepsy Association, a registered charity in England and Wales (No. 234343) and a company limited by guarantee (No. 797997) in England.

Medical cannabis is legal in the UK. This means that in some circumstances, specialist doctors may prescribe it to treat epilepsy. On this page, we talk about the different types of medical cannabis ...

Some things make seizures more likely for some people with epilepsy. These are often called ‘triggers’. Triggers don’t cause epilepsy. But if you already have epilepsy, they make seizures more likely.

Fasting means not eating for a period of time. In some cases, it means not drinking too There are many reasons why people may choose to fast Many people with epilepsy can fast successfully. But there ...

Seizures can put you at risk of accidents and injury, so it’s a good idea to think about safety. This page looks at how to stay safe inside and outside the home, and how to do your own safety checks.

Taking valproate medicines during pregnancy can cause problems for a baby. There may also be risks for men who take sodium valproate. There are rules about who can take valproate medicines to try and ...

Perimenopause and menopause symptoms are different for everyone. Some people don’t experience many symptoms, but they can be severe for others. This page includes guidance questions to ask your GP ...