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Steve Crossman was reporting live on the World Cup action in Mexico last month when he had a tonic clonic seizure. Fortunately, his colleagues knew their seizure first aid and were able to look after him and keep him safe.  Steve was on the BBC Breakfast couch this morning talking about his experience and why he is running the London Marathon next year for the Epilepsy Society. 

The Met Office has issued a Red Extreme Heat Warning for Wednesday and Thursday, with June’s all-time daily record temperature forecast to be broken.

The Epilepsy Society’s campaign for free dental was raised in the House of Commons this week, with an MP challenging the Government over the financial penalties facing people with epilepsy.

A one-off Meningitis B vaccination programme will be launched ahead of the 2026 academic year for all Year 13 pupils, and those under 25 starting university or residential further education for the first time. 

We have launched our medication supplies survey today. The government has said that the vast majority of medicines are in good supply. However, we know a small number of people have experienced difficulties getting their medication or feel anxious about securing their prescriptions in the future.
 

The fourth annual Hot Brain conference brought together researchers from across the globe to discuss the urgent impact of climate change on brain health.