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Australian model Emily Sears has undergone brain surgery to remove a "cluster of abnormal blood vessels" that have caused her to experience epileptic seizures, according to nine.com.au

E-Connect is a workshop for teens and young adults with epilepsy who would like to meet others and build on their independence, whilst having fun.

Of people diagnosed with epilepsy, 60%-70% will gain seizure control with anti-epileptic medications (AEDs)

Queensland has made it easier to access Medicinal Cannabis as of last week, according to this Nine News story. Any GP can now prescribe schedule 8 and schedule 4 Medicinal Cannabis, pending direct approval from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) without the requirement to have a Queensland Health approval.

Purple Hero Renee Williams invites you to join her "My Hair, I Care" everyday hero challenge which is encouraging people to shave, cut, or colour their hair with funds raised going to Epilepsy Queensland.

While some people with epilepsy have seizures that are very sensitive to even small amounts of alcohol, most can enjoy an occasional beer or two or a glass of wine with dinner. The key is to ensure the principle of moderation.

Looking for a way to support Epilepsy Queensland with a chance to win great prizes? Look no further than Play for Purpose charity art union.

The funerals of Archie Gouldson and Jack Cameron, who were tragically killed in a car accident near Roma, took place this week.

Interview with Gerard Benedet, Branch Director of The Pharmacy Guild Australia (Queensland)

A message from Wally Lewis and Darren Lockyer on an issue close to their hearts: Jack's Last Gift

A week after a devastating on-farm vehicle accident which claimed his life and shattered his family, friends far and wide and an entire industry he loved and had already claimed as his own, Jack continues to inspire hope for others.

"The entire Roma community is shattered by his loss. Jack will particularly be remembered by his school mates at the Roma State College and his clubmates at the Carnarvon Cubs Junior Rugby League Club and the Roma and District Junior Rugby League Club.

"Epilepsy is a condition that has severely impacted Jack's family in recent years and the Camerons hope those who want to show their support will do so by visiting Jack's Last Gift and donating a little," the family spokesperson said.

“I realised that I am not alone. I felt so supported and understood and the fact that there is a community that knows what I have gone through means a lot for me.”

Never underestimate the difference your contribution could make in the life of someone with epilepsy. Our tax appeal has now started and we need your support to ensure we can continue to provide our specialist services to Queenslanders living with epilepsy and their loved ones.

Epilepsy Queensland provides ‘Understanding Epilepsy’ & ‘Seizure Recognition, First Aid and Administration of Midazolam’ training.

Depending on the type and cause of epilepsy, epilepsy surgery may be a treatment option for people who do not gain seizure control through medication.

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Epilepsy is a complex and multi-faceted condition and it is normal and expected that people have a range of questions.

Diagnosing and managing your epilepsy or neurological disorder should be a partnership between you and your neurologist and depends on sharing relevant information about your health and its history.

There are hundreds of syndromes associated with seizures. Find out more about epilepsy syndromes here.

Julie Grantham is about to sit her driving test again. She is 55 years old. “When I had to stop driving six years ago because of my epilepsy, I sold my car,” she states. “I never thought I would be in a position to use it. But now I am 12 months on from my epilepsy surgery at the RBWH, I am seizure-free and have recently been cleared for driving.”

SUDEP (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy) is defined as an unexplained or unexpected death in a person with epilepsy where no clear cause of death is determinable after a postmortem examination.