Our Mission
The Epilepsy Foundation of Louisiana will ensure that people with seizures are able to participate in all life experiences; and will prevent, control and cure epilepsy through services, education, advocacy and research. The Epilepsy Foundation is a not-for-profit, volunteer health agency and an affiliate of the national Epilepsy Foundation.
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UPCOMING EVENTS:
August 6 - Community Meeting Lafayette, 6:30 pm
August 7 - Epilepsy A to Z, New Orleans, LA
August 21st - Community Meeting Baton Rouge 7:00pm
August 21st - Community Meeting New Orleans 7:00pm
Click here for more information on any of the upcoming events.
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Last Year the Epilepsy Foundation of Louisiana:
Conducted over 3,000 hours of community education Educated more than 2,000 individuals in the community on epilepsy and first aid for seizures. Provide counseling to 36 consumers newly diagnosed with epilepsy. Assisted more than 100 individuals with their medication through the Patient Assistance Program.
These services were made possible through grants and generous donations. To help support any of the services provided by the Epilepsy Foundation of Louisiana click the Donate Now Button.
DONATE NOW
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Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 27th
for the Seize the Road Bike Tour & Walk.
Click here for more information or to register.
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Team Ty Racing to the Finish Line for Epilepsy
One boy's fight against epilepsy. "Epilspsy doesn't prevent Ty from doing anything he wants. He loves to play soccer and is even trying his hand at hockey. Mom may be a little overprotective, but she is working on that!”(read more of Ty's story)
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LATEST EPILEPSY NEWS
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- FDA Panel Rejects Black Box Warning on Epilepsy Drugs(read article)
- A New Approach to Epilepsy Treatment Takes Its First Steps (read article)
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Click here to read the most up to date epilepsy news.
Receive Epilepsy news around the state & our quarterly E-Newsletter. Click here to sign up.
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Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only, and should NOT be construed as any type of medical or legal advice or treatment. All cases of epilepsy are different and only a certified physician can properly treat any given individual. The Epilepsy Foundation of Louisiana does not promote or encourage any product or participation in epilepsy research. Any decision to do so should always be made with the consultation of your physician.
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