(Morton, PA) October 27, 2018 – Last week the Epilepsy Foundation Eastern PA hosted two of its annual Epilepsy Education Exchanges. Community members in Northeast PA and from across the Greater Philadelphia region met to learn more about the latest in epilepsy research, treatment and management. Keynote speaker Dr. Mercedes Jacobson opened the Philly-area conference [...]
(Philadelphia, PA) October 21, 2018 – The Epilepsy Foundation Eastern PA kicked off November Epilepsy Awareness Month (NEAM) early with an Eagles' Tailgate. Celebrating the EFEPA’s selection as an official Community Red Zone Organization, our purple tent and epilepsy awareness Eagles shirts drew a crowd. Members from across our community came out to enjoy food, [...]
The Summer Stroll for Epilepsy is so important to us because it brings together the entire epilepsy community in a show of support for those impacted by seizures. That's why our theme is "Who Do You Stroll For" -- to help others learn more about epilepsy and honor those living with it each and every day. One [...]
Josh ran the 8k! The Epilepsy Foundation of America and the Epilepsy Foundation Eastern PA are charity partners for the 2014 Philadelphia Marathon! By joining our team, you can raise funds that go towards research and services for those impacted by epilepsy. You can choose to run the 8k (approximately 5 miles), half [...]
Mark your calendars: July 26th is Epilepsy Awareness Night with the Philadelphia Phillies! Watch our hometown heroes take on the Arizona Diamondbacks while you treat the hero in your life to a wonderful night. Plus you'll help us create more awareness of epilepsy! What could be better? Visit www.phillies.com/epilepsyfoundation to purchase your tickets. Prices range from $17 [...]
The Epilepsy Foundation of America has started a petition on the White House website. We need your help! We are calling on the President and the Drug Enforcement Administration to reschedule marijuana to a lower level under the controlled substances act. The Foundation supports this change to benefit greater access to marijuana and its [...]
The Epilepsy Foundations of Pennsylvania rely on state funding to provide services for you! From first aid training's in schools and educating Emergency Responder's to referral services, we are able to help you better because of the support from the state budget. Unfortunately epilepsy services have been cut from the next fiscal budget. This is [...]
Your Voice is Needed in Pennsylvania! Protect Access to Medication in Pennsylvania! Urge your legislator to exclude epilepsy medications from the prescription drug monitoring program The Pennsylvania legislature is considering a bill, HB 1694, that would expand the state's Prescription Drug Monitoring Program to include anti-epilepsy drugs (AEDs). Drug monitoring programs have been established in [...]
Join Us at St. Luke's Hospital Community Outreach in the Bethlehem/Easton area 6:00 pm – 6:30 Meet and Greet 6:30-7:30 Speaker These informal and educational meetings are open to the public. Anyone can attend! Location: St. Luke’s Hospital – Anderson Campus Medical Office Building Follow signs to the Conference Room 1700 Riverside Circle Easton, PA [...]
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We want to take a moment to tell you about one of our devoted volunteers, Dan Dougherty. Dan has had epilepsy since age 10 and lives every day wondering when his next seizure will occur. This is the reality that many individuals face every day, but Dan doesn’t let his uncontrolled seizures stop him from [...]
For decades, American presidents and legislative leaders have attempted to pass a law which would lead to greater accessibility to quality affordable health care. On March 23, 2010, the first national law addressing this issue was signed into law. The U.S. Supreme Court has just determined that the Act is, in fact, constitutional. Most of [...]
Visit our site April 2012 Calling All Epilepsy Advocates! If Someone You Love Has Epilepsy or Seizures... Contact PA Governor Corbett and your elected officials today! The upcoming month is critical to reinstating the state funding for epilepsy services and it depends on you! Do not rely on your neighbor to speak up; we need [...]
On April 1st - April 3rd, the EFEPA participated in the Epilepsy Foundation of America's annual Kids Speak Up! This program is the centerpiece advocacy initiative with over 250 advocates, including other Epilepsy Foundation affiliate staff, parents, children, doctors and volunteers that come from across the nation to share their story, raise awareness, [...]
Recently, the Institute of Medicine (IOM) released its report, Epilepsy across the Spectrum. The report highlights numerous gaps in the knowledge and management of epilepsy and recommends actions for improving the lives of those with epilepsy and their families, while promoting a better understanding of the disorder. It also brings to light that at least [...]
