Epilepsy Foundation Metro DC

[Epilepsy Foundation Metro DC @EpilepsyDC]

We are thrilled to have had the opportunity to honor one of our most amazing volunteers, Luann, at today's @ASULodestar's Webinar in celebration of Global Volunteer Month! Thank you, Luann, for all you do for the #epilepsy community!

[Epilepsy Foundation of America @EpilepsyFdn]

Thank you @justnfields! It's because of people like you who share their story on a national platform that helps create awareness about epilepsy & help the 3.4 million people in the U.S. who live w/epilepsy every day. The epilepsy community is here for you.
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[Epilepsy Foundation of America @EpilepsyFdn]

Help us "Purple Out" everyone's newsfeeds today in recognition of #EpilepsyAwareness Day! Post a purple square with #Purple4Epilepsy in the caption and encourage folks to learn about epilepsy at https://t.co/23FJbzq6HR!

[Epilepsy Foundation Metro DC @EpilepsyDC]

We're so proud of our Kids Crew World Changers! We asked them, “Why is being a World Changer important to you?” Watch their video and listen to what some of them had to say. #EFAKids Crew is for ALL kids 14 and under. Learn more: https://t.co/rziyjRCgzj

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[Epilepsy Foundation of America @EpilepsyFdn]

Anticonvulsants are one of #Medicare's Six Protected Classes. A demo from the previous admin will restrict access to medications for 1.1 million beneficiaries with the epilepsies. Take action & tell the Biden admin to #ProtectPartD & rescind this demo: https://t.co/NPr2LjSbqd!

[Epilepsy Foundation of America @EpilepsyFdn]

ACTION ALERT: Urge the Biden administration to rescind the previous administration’s Six Protected Classes proposal that would restrict access to vital treatments for the 1.1 million #Medicare beneficiaries living with the epilepsies: https://t.co/NPr2LjSbqd! #ProtectPartD

[Epilepsy Foundation Metro DC @EpilepsyDC]

COVID-19 Vaccine Education & Equity Project’s webinar: Building Vaccine Confidence in Diverse Communities in partnership w/ WUSA9 – DC’s CBS affiliate.

Tune in 2/17 @ 12:30pm ET for the @COVIDVxProject’s vaccine confidence in diverse communities webinar.

https://t.co/CGJpjfbiNj

[Epilepsy Foundation Metro DC @EpilepsyDC]

COVID-19 Vaccine Education & Equity Project’s webinar: Building Vaccine Confidence in Diverse Communities in partnership w/ WUSA9 – DC’s CBS affiliate.

Tune in 2/17 @ 12:30pm ET for the @COVIDVxProject’s vaccine confidence in diverse communities webinar.

https://t.co/CGJpjfbiNj

[Epilepsy Foundation Metro DC @EpilepsyDC]

COVID-19 Vaccine Education & Equity Project’s webinar: Building Vaccine Confidence in Diverse Communities in partnership w/ WUSA9 – DC’s CBS affiliate.

Tune in 2/17 @ 12:30pm ET for the @COVIDVxProject’s vaccine confidence in diverse communities webinar.

https://t.co/CGJpjfbiNj

[Epilepsy Foundation of America @EpilepsyFdn]

Congrats to our Volunteer Spotlight recipient, Joel Streif! He is a passionate volunteer from Iowa who actively spreads awareness about epilepsy & is a fundraiser, Support Group Facilitator, Peer Educator & much more. Please join us in celebrating Joel for his volunteer service.

[Epilepsy Foundation Metro DC @EpilepsyDC]

Joey's mother lost him to epilepsy when he was just 22 years old. Epilepsy can take our loved ones without warning. SUDEP - Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy - affects tens of thousands each year. Help us provide bereavement support: https://t.co/O0UaFtjqfp

[Epilepsy Foundation Metro DC @EpilepsyDC]

Managing epilepsy can be overwhelming. Seizures make it challenging to participate in daily life. Epilepsy self-management skills tackle daily stressors & improve your ability to manage mental & physical health. Learn about self-management programs: https://t.co/zlgdQbDhXB

[Epilepsy Foundation Metro DC @EpilepsyDC]

We're thrilled to be a part of #GetCovered2021, a national movement encouraging everyone to take advantage of the financial help for health insurance in their state. It's time to stay healthy and get insured, Washington, DC. Learn more at https://t.co/Rt2J7n5roE.

[Epilepsy Foundation Metro DC @EpilepsyDC]

#SeizureFirstAid is simple and anyone can do it. The first steps are providing comfort, giving general care and keeping the person safe: #StaySafeSide. Download this poster as your phone’s lock screen as a reminder: https://t.co/YONzWktgeC

[Epilepsy Foundation Metro DC @EpilepsyDC]

According to media reports (Thank you to @DirtyEffinHippy), the game #Cyberpunk2077 contains several scenes with excessive strobe/flashing lights and sustained animated imagery that may affect those with photosensitive epilepsy. Full statement: https://t.co/I4hfNA5bfQ

[Epilepsy Foundation Metro DC @EpilepsyDC]

🛑 STOP for Infantile Spasms
[S]ee the signs
[T]ake a video
[O]btain diagnosis
[P]rioritize treatment.
Every day you delay is a risk. Spread the word with #ISAW2020.
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[Epilepsy Foundation Metro DC @EpilepsyDC]

Rain drops come in all different sizes! Help us “Make It Brain” by donating this #GivingTuesday to https://t.co/xYpMF0OvAk. Your donation helps us reach our community in all sorts of weather. #MakeItBrain

[Epilepsy Foundation Metro DC @EpilepsyDC]

Rain drops come in all different sizes! Help us “Make It Brain” by donating this #GivingTuesday to https://t.co/xYpMF0OvAk. Your donation helps us reach our community in all sorts of weather. #MakeItBrain

[Epilepsy Foundation Metro DC @EpilepsyDC]

Tomorrow is the start of Infantile Spasms Awareness Week. Thank you to BabyGaga for helping the Infantile Spasms Action Network raise awareness about infantile spasms. Read the article: https://t.co/8q9VT0IbWZ
Learn more & raise awareness: https://t.co/n4uzZYlmTc #ISAW2020

[Epilepsy Foundation Metro DC @EpilepsyDC]

As Congress negotiates & finalizes the FY21 funding bills, we need you to speak up! Tell your lawmakers to support at least $10.5 million for the CDC Epilepsy Program in the final spending bill! Take action: https://t.co/B7eDPEG1hj! #NEAM2020