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Our vision is to create a world in which epilepsy has a proper place – where it can be openly discussed and not feared or used to divide us.

[Aye Eye @ae_epilepsy]

"You don't look like you have epilepsy!?" - what?? #epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness https://t.co/xAlPtx9ktX

[TheEpilepsyNetwork @TENofficial]

What is the most ridiculous thing anyone has said to you in relation to #epilepsy? Tweet us your response!

[Aye Eye @ae_epilepsy]

Happy Purple Day Everyone! 💜💪🏽 #PurpleDay #epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness

[Epilepsy Society @epilepsysociety]

Here are 10 first aid steps to do when someone has a #seizure where they shake or jerk (known as tonic clonic or clonic) https://t.co/wUOdsmXelt #epilepsy

[Aye Eye @ae_epilepsy]

Sometimes it's hard to accept that your life may be changed by the condition but it's never worth not declaring it 💜 Stay safe 💜 #epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness #driving https://t.co/UlxnqA3Mgs

[Epilepsy Scotland @epilepsy_scot]

Serious, life changing and heartbreaking consequences of driving without declaring your #epilepsy to the DVLA ...... https://t.co/G0XCTs3BzM

[Epilepsy Society @epilepsysociety]

In focal aware seizures (FAS) the person is aware and alert and will usually know that something is happening. Watch our video to learn what it can be like to experience a focal aware seizure https://t.co/O3gOIX3S0H

[Epilepsy Society @epilepsysociety]

One of the new groupings in the new seizure classification is focal onset seizures which start in one part of the brain and may affect a large part of one hemisphere or just a small area in one of the lobes. Learn more here https://t.co/A1gCFc58Mt

[Epilepsy Society @epilepsysociety]

The International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) announced some new names for seizures in May 2017. Our information and support services manager, Andree Mayne explains the new seizure classification and the reasons behind the changes. https://t.co/vf0O4CSi1s

[Epilepsy Society @epilepsysociety]

In focal aware seizures (FAS) the person is aware and alert and will usually know that something is happening. Watch our video to learn what it can be like to experience a focal aware seizure https://t.co/O3gOIX3S0H

[Aye Eye @ae_epilepsy]

@ajg0112_ Good Luck with it 💜

[Epilepsy Research Institute @EpilepsyInst]

Keeping a diary of your #seizures is a good idea as the more information you can give your doctor the more likely they will be to make a correct diagnosis. Check out this leaflet to guide you through the sorts of questions you may be asked: https://t.co/3pZrFV01xf

[Aye Eye @ae_epilepsy]

In the UK it is not a legal requirement for businesses and event organisers to declare their use of strobe lights! @ajg0112_ is trying to change that 💜 Read her @epilepsyaction story here and sign her petition linked in the article 💜 https://t.co/LVFRup72yq

[Aye Eye @ae_epilepsy]

Amazing 💜 https://t.co/VJ1LUS9E0L

[BBC @BBC]

Katie has around 16 seizures everyday. But that doesn’t stop her from doing what she loves. 🏃
#EverydayHeroes

[Epilepsy Society @epilepsysociety]

Here is important information on how to deliver first aid for all #seizure types https://t.co/5Abbj81x1U #epilepsy @NHSEngland

[Epilepsy Research Institute @EpilepsyInst]

Have you ever been reluctant to tell people you have #epilepsy? Why is that?

[Aye Eye @ae_epilepsy]

Happy New Year Everyone 🎉💜 We hope you have an enjoyable and seizure-free year 💜 #epilepsy #NewYear2018

[Epilepsy Society @epilepsysociety]

Our medical director Professor Ley Sander shares his top tips for enjoying a healthy, happy festive period, including the importance of remembering to take medication and being aware of seizure triggers such as alcohol https://t.co/XNfBekqnGm

[Aye Eye @ae_epilepsy]

We hope everyone had a lovely and seizure free Christmas 💜🎄#epilepsy #Christmas2017

[Epilepsy Research Institute @EpilepsyInst]

39% of people in our survey said that their seizures are triggered by #stress #epilepsy

[Aye Eye @ae_epilepsy]

@diamonddivabird True Sarah. But we hope you are doing well 💜

[Aye Eye @ae_epilepsy]

So, the beginning of December brings the end of #EpilepsyAwarenessMonth 💜 Did you learn anything new? Maybe something that everyone else should know? #epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness