# EUROPEAN EPILEPSY DAY

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One in three would still put something in mouth of person having seizure

A new campaign to raise awareness about epilepsy is supported by Ireland’s rugby coach Joe Schmidt, whose son has the condition.

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Feb 10th 2014, 4:23 PM

Column: My son has epilepsy and stigma still surrounds the disease

Today marks European Epilepsy Day, a disease which is still underfunded, understaffed and underdeveloped in Ireland, writes John Verling.

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Feb 11th 2013, 7:00 PM

20% of people would not employ someone with epilepsy - survey

Many common misconceptions about epilepsy and its treatment still exist in Ireland. Here’s what you need to know.

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Feb 11th 2013, 9:03 AM