Keep up with the latest news from Young Epilepsy and stay informed about stories, campaigns, and changes that could impact you and your family.
Coronation Street’s storyline about Brody Michaelis explores the stigma, medication issues, and emotional challenges faced by young people with epilepsy. The accurate portrayal, backed by Epilepsy Action, raises awareness.
After nearly seven years of transformative leadership, Mark Devlin will step down as Chief Executive of Young Epilepsy in October 2025.
Young Epilepsy has launched a fundraising appeal to support urgent progress into targeted epilepsy research in order to improve diagnosis and treatment options for children and young people living with the condition.
The British GT Silverstone 500 welcomed some very special guests this weekend. Purple Sectors, the brainchild of commentator Chris McCarthy, along with Jennie Gow and Neil Cole launched for 2025 with young people invited to enjoy some exclusive behind the scenes activities.
Nearly every hour a child or young person is diagnosed with epilepsy in the UK. That's 23 every single day.
Join us for our next FREE workshop with comedian Jake Lambert
The first ever Hear Her Voice event exploring the impact of epilepsy on women and girls by Young Epilepsy.
Fundraising superstar, Zac, is surprised by BBC's The One Show with an extra special One Big Thank You.
Tiny Medical Apps and Young Epilepsy have partnered to revolutionise epilepsy care with innovative digital solutions. As part of the SBRI Healthcare Epilepsy Phase 2 project, this collaboration aims to empower young people with epilepsy, improve self-management, and enhance their quality of life. Supported by the Accelerated Access Collaborative (AAC) and the Health Innovation Network, this initiative marks a significant step towards implementing digital health innovations within the NHS.
Over 16,000 people signed our #UnderstandMyEpilepsy petition to make sure children with epilepsy are safe and included at school.
