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I lost my son - now I fight for change
After losing her son, Julia campaigns for better epilepsy and mental health support for young people with complex needs. Read her story today.
Travelling with epilepsy: What to know about travel insurance
Thinking about travelling with epilepsy? This guide explains travel insurance in clear, simple terms so you can feel prepared, protected and confident.
Roman’s Bravery: Thriving with Epilepsy at Seven
Meet Roman, diagnosed with epilepsy at seven. Discover how his family found hope, strength and joy in football as he thrives one year on with epilepsy.
Finding Hope with Young Epilepsy: Jamie’s Journey to CarFest Ambassador
Discover how Young Epilepsy supported Jamie through severe seizures to becoming seizure‑free and a CarFest ambassador, raising awareness for children with epilepsy.
Epilepsy is part of my story – but it doesn’t define me
Adam’s journey with epilepsy shows resilience and hope—overcoming setbacks through creativity, nature, and support networks to inspire new beginnings.
Breaking the silence: Shahleen’s fight against stigma
Shahleen’s epilepsy journey shows courage and resilience—breaking stigma, raising awareness, and inspiring young people to feel less alone
Fiona & Elijah: Autism, Epilepsy, and Hope
Fiona shares life with Elijah, a non-verbal autistic child living with epilepsy—navigating seizures, medication struggles, and hope for better understanding.
I’ve found purpose through my pain
Emma-Louise turned trauma from epilepsy, bullying and loss into hope—writing a book to support others and raise awareness through Jo’s story.
Voices in Purple: How Tate turned Purple Day into something bigger
A 9-year-old fundraiser shows how Purple Day, 26 Miles in 26 Days, and one school going purple can help children with epilepsy feel seen.
Why purple? The story behind the colour of epilepsy awareness
Find out why purple is used for epilepsy awareness, what Purple Day is, and how wearing purple helps people feel seen, supported and hopeful together.