Epilepsy centre hosts March events
Posted Feb 25, 2010 By EMC News
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Tweet ThisEMC Events - Did you know that epilepsy and seizure disorders affect more than 300,000 Canadians and 50 million people worldwide.
That's more than multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy and Parkinson's disease combined.
In addition, one in 10 people will have a seizure during his or her lifetime. Here in Leeds and Grenville, there are an estimated 1,600 people that are affected by seizure disorders.
Despite being a major national health concern, the public is often unable to recognize common seizure types or how to respond with appropriate first aid. Consequently, persons with epilepsy or a seizure disorder often face social stigma and discrimination.
The Epilepsy and Seizure Disorder Resource Centre of Brockville and Area is dedicated to improving the quality of life for people affected by epilepsy and seizures in the local community. The centre's mission is to provide support and advocacy services for those affected by epilepsy and seizure disorders and to be a community resource for epilepsy and seizure education.
Please join the Epilepsy and Seizure Disorder Resource Centre, Brockville and Area office during the month of March in celebration of Epilepsy Awareness Month.
People all around the globe will be working together to raise awareness about Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders, let's work together here in Leeds and Grenville to do the same.
Here is the calendar of events planned for Epilepsy Awareness Month:
TUESDAY, MARCH 2
- Kick off for Epilepsy Awareness Month at The 1000 Islands Mall,
- Information booth, resource material and staff available to answer your questions and provide you with resources.
FRIDAY, MARCH 19 (MARCH BREAK)
- Brockville's first annual "Doodle Day" at The 1000 Islands Mall,
- Bring the kids out and join your favourite Sesame Street characters in this event, "Doodles may be shapes, patterns, drawing or scribbles, it's amazing how creative we can be without even trying!!"
- The "doodles" will be entered in a draw for some great prizes and donations will be encouraged to help raise funds for the Epilepsy and Seizure Resource Center
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 24
- Boston Pizza, Brockville location, 5 to 8 p.m.
- Join the staff of Boston Pizza partnered with the Epilepsy and Seizure Resource Centre for dinner, 10 per cent of all food sales will be donated back to resource center to support education initiatives and resources.
FRIDAY, MARCH 26
- Purple Day "Bunny Hop"
- Schools within Leeds and Grenville have the opportunity to participate in the Purple Day "Bunny Hop" while helping to raise funds for the organization.
Visit your local epilepsy office for information about the organization. You can also visit epilepsyresource.org
For more information, please contact Paula Muir, education and client service co-ordinator, Epilepsy and Seizure Resource Centre, Brockville Area Office at 613-498-3288 or by e-mail at paula@epilepsyresource.org.
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