Public Health and Education

 

The public health & education team addresses the social determinants of epilepsy, such as isolation, discrimination, food insecurity, police interactions, and more. This is achieved through collaborative activities including mini-grants, conferences, outreach, partnerships, and more.

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Training & Education Programs

Public Health and Education

Through the Multicultural Outreach & Health Equity Program and the Public Health Institute, we build up our network, community, and partners to address the unmet social needs of people with seizures. 
The public health & education team also works with the advocacy and training teams to help accomplish our goals.

Multicultural Outreach and Health Equity Program

The Multicultural Outreach Program is focused on raising awareness about epilepsy in marginalized and underserved communities. For years, the Foundation has partnered with the CDC to create and implement educational programs that address epilepsy-related disparities among racial and ethnic groups, underserved populations, rural, and neglected communities.

The Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Mini-Grants

We launched a mini-grant initiative that awards $10,000 to 10 organizations each year to increase the connection of people with epilepsy to social services. Since its launch, over half a million dollars has been awarded to increase awareness, knowledge, and connection to epilepsy and social services. 

Mini-Grant Funding Announcements

Resources

Epilepsy Centers

Epilepsy centers provide you with a team of specialists to help you diagnose your epilepsy and explore treatment options.

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Epilepsy Medication

Find in-depth information on anti-seizure medications so you know what to ask your doctor.

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Epilepsy and Seizures 24/7 Helpline

Call our Epilepsy and Seizures 24/7 Helpline and talk with an epilepsy information specialist or submit a question online.

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Tools & Resources

Get information, tips, and more to help you manage your epilepsy.

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