Funding boost for Western Australians living with epilepsy

The McGowan Government funding will help kickstart a campaign to not only increase community awareness around epilepsy, but also look at ways to cut epilepsy-related harm for those who live with the condition.
  • McGowan Government grant to raise awareness of epilepsy in WA
  • Campaign to support the 27,000 Western Australians living with epilepsy
  • Focus on new seizure technology to reduce epilepsy-related harm

The McGowan Government funding will help kickstart a campaign to not only increase community awareness around epilepsy, but also look at ways to cut epilepsy-related harm for those who live with the condition.

A $150,000 grant will help Epilepsy WA fund education materials including a seizure trigger identification checklist and seminars on risk reduction for the 27,000 Western Australians with an epilepsy diagnosis.

Recognised for leading the way on risk reduction and seizure alert technologies, Epilepsy WA's education campaign will also feature a new information book focusing on the very latest in seizure alert devices.

People living with epilepsy can access a range of seizure monitors, apps and devices that may detect seizures - notifying loved ones or emergency services via audible alarm, text message or phone call.

Epilepsy WA will run their epilepsy awareness and risk reduction campaign in the lead up to Epilepsy Awareness Month in March - culminating in the annual Purple Walk 4 Epilepsy WA at Curtin University's Edinburgh Oval South.

For more information see https://www.epilepsywa.asn.au/

Comments attributed to Health Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson:

"The State Government is pleased to support Epilepsy WA - a charitable organisation that has been supporting people living with epilepsy for 60 years.

"This funding will help support Epilepsy WA in its work to help people better manage their epilepsy and reduce their risk of epilepsy-related harm.

"Educational campaigns like this are key to raise community awareness and help reduce stigma around epilepsy."

Minister's office - 6552 5900


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