National Epilepsy Awareness Month
Shining a light on a condition that deserves more understanding, helping break down barriers and stigma, and showing support for those affected.
Position your brand as a stigma-fighter and advocate for neurological health awareness by partnering with epilepsy organizations to educate, support, and empower affected communities.
- Share patient stories and lived experiences to humanize epilepsy and challenge misconceptions
- Partner with healthcare providers to offer free educational webinars on seizure management and workplace accommodations
- Launch a social campaign highlighting myths vs. facts about epilepsy to reach health-conscious and concerned audiences
- Sponsor local awareness events and donate to epilepsy research to build brand trust in the health & wellness space
National Epilepsy Awareness Month has been celebrated since 1969, and in 2003, the US Congress confirmed that November would be National Epilepsy Awareness Month. The campaign has grown rapidly and is now celebrated across the world.
Initially launched to enable people to understand more about the condition and how it affects day to day life, more recently, the campaign has focused on preventing discrimination and eliminating myths and perceptions that permeate public thinking.
Over the years, more and more organizations have signed up to support National Epilepsy Awareness Month, and this trend looks set to continue.
Epilepsy is a neurological condition, which is characterized by seizures, which cause involuntary movements, shaking, confusion and anxiety. Seizures vary, and coming across somebody who is having a seizure can be terrifying, especially for those with limited knowledge about epilepsy. This is why campaigns like National Epilepsy Awareness Month are so important.