Zach's Law to be introduced in House of Lords
Amid ongoing turmoil in Westminster, one policy unites MPs from across the political divide: Zach's Law.
Beyoncé does it: seven seconds to stop a seizure
Thank you to Beyoncé and her team for responding so quickly to concerns raised about her new Break My Soul video, which contains flashing images.
Government commits to making Zach's Law a specific offence
It was a major win in parliament today for our Zach's Law campaign, when Minister Chris Philp gave his unequivocal commitment to introduce a stand-alone offence to tackle internet trolls who maliciously target people with epilepsy.
Zach's Law: our award winning campaign
Much to our delight - and surprise - last week saw the Epilepsy Society win two awards in just three days for our #ZachsLaw campaign.
National Epilepsy Week 2022
National Epilepsy Week runs from 23-29 May and this year epilepsy charities in the UK are focusing on both the important role that families, friends, colleagues and healthcare professionals play in supporting people with epilepsy, and also on how the condition can impact them.
Pregabalin - new warnings of increased risks for unborn baby during pregnancy
Women with epilepsy who are taking pregabalin are warned that the medication could increase risk of physical harm for a baby during pregnancy and are advised to consult their doctor. It is important never to stop taking your medication without seeking medical advice first.