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November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month. Take action now -- there is no better time to inform and be informed!
 

1. Quiz your friends
 

How much do you and your family/friends know about epilepsy and seizures? If we want to END EPILEPSY, it's important that everyone know the basics!

Download the Epilepsy & Seizures Quiz 
Print or email the PDF to send it to the people you know!

 

2. Share PSA
 

Watch and share our four END EPILEPSY Public Service Announcement videos with everyone you know!

Share the following URL (http://www.facebook.com/EndEpilepsy?sk=app_215923595100884) or embed the following Youtube video on your website, blog, or social media account(s)!
 

3. Post Seizure First Aid Posters
 

Everyone should know what to do in case of a seizure. Print and post these Seizure First Aid posters at your school, work, community center, place of worship or any other public or private place.


Illustrated First Aid
Poster #1
 


Illustrated First Aid
Poster #2
 


Epilepsy & Seizure 101
Poster
 

4. Join the Conversation on Facebook & Twitter
 
To receive updates, action items, interesting stats, news and awareness-raising tips throughought the month of November, reshare and retweet our posts as part of the effort!

  Follow us on Twitter (@EndEpilepsy)

  Like our End Epilepsy Fan Page


This Facebook PicBadge is a great way to show and spread support for the cause. Add it to your profile today!
5. Tell your story
 
Many of you are living proof of how epilepsy affects lives. Please share your story -- it will inspire others to join the fight to END EPILEPSY. No one can tell it better than YOU, and your story will raise awareness for a community often neglected and forgotten.

Use this generic Pitch Letter to contact your local media, community leaders, and network. Make sure to personalize it with your own story!

Personalize and Send a Pitch Letter