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Inscríbase para la session de epilepsia 101 en https://buff.ly/2SZRS7V
Today is Falls Prevention Awareness Day. While we cannot always predict when we are about to fall, there are some precautions you can take to reduce your chance of falling. Learn how to prevent and limit your falls at the link in bio.
Please join us for Care & Cure Gala 2022: A benefit to end epilepsy in children on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at 6pm honoring Graham King, Academy Award Winning Producer. For more information, visit CareandCure.org
Los adultos padres y seres queridos afectados por la epilepsia están invitados a conectarse con otras personas en un ambiente seguro. Para obtener el enlace y participar, inscríbase hoy en EpilepsyEvents.org
It's that time of the year again! Purple Pumpkin Project! With every pumpkin painted purple, you're helping to raise seizure and epilepsy awareness around your neighborhood. Start painting your pumpkins and tag us so we can reshare! 🎃💜
#PurplePumpkin2022 #EndEpilepsy #EpilepsyLosAngeles #EpilepsyAwareness #EpilepsyAdvocate #Epilepsy #EpilepsyWarrior
It's Disability Voting Rights Week! Your vote matters and your vote is powerful! With election day coming up on November 8th, use YOUR power by registering to vote at rockthevote.org
#DVRW #DisabilityVote #RevUp #CripTheVote
Today is Concussion Awareness Day. They are recognized as the the most common type of traumatic brain injury. For the safety of your brain, let's not ignore concussions and talk about them. Learn more about traumatic brain injuries at the link in bio.
¡Es el Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana 2022! Vea cinco maneras de reconocer el Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana https://buff.ly/3djuw7Q
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It is National Hispanic Heritage Month 2022! Check out five ways to recognize National Hispanic Heritage Month. https://buff.ly/3BGo4B8
It's not too late to send a letter in support of AB 1810 (Seizure Safe Schools Act). Details below. 🙌
AB 1810 (Seizure Safe Schools Act) has passed the Senate Floor and is now in front of @gavinnewsom @cagovernor. We invite our community to send a letter voicing your support for Governor Newsom to sign the bill into law. All you have to do is take these two easy steps today to make your voice heard.
Step 1: Write your own letter or customize our template letter at CASeizureSafeSchools.org or the link in our bio.
Step 2: Email a PDF of your letter, with the subject line Requesting Signature on AB 1810 (Levine), to the Legislative Unit Inbox: leg.unit@gov.ca.gov
For more info: CASeizureSafeSchools.org
September is Students with Epilepsy Month in California. For many of us, the start of a new school year is an exciting and potentially stressful time. Whether you are preparing for the start of a new school year or helping your loved one, consider these tips:
📚 Take your medications regularly, as prescribed by your doctor⠀
📚 Track moods, stressors, and seizure triggers in a journal or a diary⠀
📚 Update and share your Seizure Action Plan with your school⠀
📚 Learn Seizure First Aid⠀
📚 Manage your time and expectations, don’t try to do everything – simplify where you can⠀
📚 Engage in healthy habits, like eating healthy foods, exercising, getting enough sleep, connecting with others, and joining a support group⠀
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For more tips, strategies and resources visit the link in bio.
Did you know we have monthly Epilepsy 101 sessions? You can learn more about epilepsy at https://buff.ly/3BbCFDb
Acompáñenos en nuestro próximo entrenamiento para la capacitación del Reconocimiento de Crisis Epilépticas y Primeros Auxilios el 15 de septiembre a las 8 p.m. hora del este. El entrenamiento gratuito en español se llevará a cabo en vivo en colaboración con la National Hispanic Medical Association en reconocimiento del Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana. Regístrese hoy: https://buff.ly/3eL4uuv
A day we will always remember and never forget. 💙 #NeverForget
September 4-10 is National Suicide Prevention Week and tomorrow is World Suicide Prevention Day. If you ever experience thoughts of suicide, talk to a healthcare professional or call a suicide helpline right away. Remember that you are not alone. You can reach the Suicide Prevention Hotline at 998.
#SuicidePreventionWeek #WorldSuicidePreventionDay
Thank you all for your support in the fight to End Epilepsy. 💜 We appreciate it when you spread epilepsy awareness. While you share the cause dear to your heart, consider hosting a Facebook fundraiser at the link in bio. 💜🧠
September is Students with Epilepsy Month in California. With school in session, to ensure our kids are safe at school, we offer epilepsy and seizure trainings for school personnel throughout the school year. Request for your training now. Contact us at the link in bio! 💜
Are you signed up ENEWS updates? If not, check it out! 💜 Learn about the newest events, information, and stay connected with your End Epilepsy community. Sign up for updates at the link in our bio!
In observance of Labor Day, our office will be closed today. We will reopen for normal business hours on Tuesday, September 6th. Wishing you a safe holiday.
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Our 24/7 Helpline is available at 1-800-332-1000 (en Español 1-866-748-8008) if you need resources, referrals, or support.
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#EpilepsyLosAngeles
Swimming and water sports are a great way to relax, refresh, have fun, and exercise! Being in and around water requires safety precautions for everyone, including someone who has seizures. For swimming and water sports safety tips to follow this summer, visit the link in bio.
Whether you are an individual with epilepsy, spouse, parent, family member, partner, or caregiver, we have a group for you to gain support and share information. 💜
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Check out our upcoming virtual support groups at the link in bio.
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