The BC Epilepsy Society was established as a registered charity in 1959. We rely on people like you to help deliver our support and education programs, create our resources, and fund BC's leading researchers.
There are many ways you can lend your support. You can volunteer as a member of our Board of Directors, help facilitate a support group, or organize an event.
And, of course, through your financial contribution, whether it be sponsoring an event, making a donation, or naming our Society in your Will.
On May 27, 2012 we'll be hosting our fourth annual 5K Poker Walk in Vancouver. Proceeds from this event will support our programs and services. If you're interested in entering and collected pledges, contact us at 604-875-6704.
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5K Poker Walk Fund Raiser
Lecture on Mindfulness, Stress, and Health on May 22nd
Feedback Needed to Approve Funding for Rufinamide
Eight $1,000 Post-Secondary Scholarships Available
Epilepsy Across the Spectrum: Promoting Health and Understanding
Critical Shortage of Epilepsy Medications in Canada
New Seizure-Preventing Device Licensed by Health Canada
The Impacts of Epilepsy on Canadians Survey Results
New Potential Treatment for Absence Seizures
Impact of Epilepsy Surgery: A 26 Year Follow-Up Study
New Medication Approved in BC for PharmaCare Coverage
Gene Variation for a Type of Infantile Epilepsy Discovered
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What is epilepsy?
Epilepsy is a chronic disorder of the brain, which is characterized by recurrent seizures. The seizures are the result of...
How many people have epilepsy?
Approximately 40,000 people in BC and 300,000 people in Canada have epilepsy. Anyone can develop epilepsy at any age...
What should you do when someone has a seizure?
Knowing proper seizure first aid will greatly help someone having a seizure - it may even save their life. Here are things you can do...
What causes epilepsy?
In about 70% of cases, no known cause can be found. Among the rest, it may be any one of a number of things...
How is epilepsy treated?
Epilepsy may be treated with surgery, medication, the Ketogenic diet and/or Vagus Nerve Stimulation. The goal of treatment is... |
