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Much of the available information about seizures focuses on what to do during the seizure itself. Far less attention is given to what happens afterwards. Yet the period immediately following a seizure — known as the post-ictal phase — is when many of the most important decisions about care, observation, and escalation are made. This…

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For providers supporting people with epilepsy, a Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection is an opportunity to evidence the quality and safety of care being delivered. Epilepsy support is one of the areas inspectors scrutinise closely, particularly in residential care, supported living, and domiciliary services. Understanding what inspectors are looking for, and how to prepare, helps…

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When an employee tells their manager they have epilepsy, the response they receive in that moment shapes everything that follows. Handled well, the conversation builds trust, opens the door to appropriate support, and meets the employer's legal obligations. Handled poorly, it can leave the employee feeling exposed, unsupported, or worse, discriminated against. This article sets…

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Exam season brings pressure for every student. For students with epilepsy, that pressure can carry additional weight. Sleep disruption, increased stress, medication timing, and the cognitive demands of revision are all factors that can affect seizure activity and exam performance. With GCSEs and A-levels approaching, this is the right time for schools, parents, and pastoral…

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When most people picture a seizure, they imagine someone falling to the ground, body stiffening and shaking. That image describes one type of seizure, the tonic-clonic, but it represents only a portion of how seizures actually present. Many seizures involve no convulsions at all. In a workplace setting, these are the seizures most likely to…

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In an emergency, hesitation costs time. When someone has a seizure, the people around them often face a moment of uncertainty. Should they call 999? Should they wait? Is this serious enough? That uncertainty is understandable, but it is also avoidable. Clear criteria exist for when emergency services should be contacted during or after a…

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