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Young Epilepsy Joins the AMRC

Young Epilepsy has joined the Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC) as an Introductory Member, marking a significant step forward in our commitment to driving research and placing it at the heart of our organisation.

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Setting Purple Sectors

Join us in celebrating the success of Setting Purple Sectors, a unique event hosted by Chris McCarthy, raising over £12,000 for Young Epilepsy.

Young Epilepsy Chair of Trustees Markus Ruetimann

Welcome to our New Chair of Trustees

Young Epilepsy welcomes Markus Hardy Ruetimann as the new Chair of Trustees, bringing extensive experience to support children and young people with epilepsy.

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Young people deliver our petition to government

Today young people are delivering our #UnderstandMyEpilepsy petition to education ministers in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The petition was signed by 16,163 people across the UK and is calling for children with epilepsy to be safe and included at school.

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New advice for males on valproate

Updated guidance on valproate use for males, including advice on contraception, family planning, and associated risks. Learn more about managing valproate safely.

New Mental Health Intervention Trial

New mental health intervention is being trialled in Southwest England specifically designed to support children and young people living with epilepsy.