03/26/2026
Today is Epilepsy Awareness Day. (Purple Day!)
Molly my (now retired) service dog was trained in seizure alert/response!
Epilepsy is more common than you think! Which is why awareness is needed to be spread often.
About 1 in 10 people will have a seizure in their lifetime.
Since seizures are common, knowing first aid for them can help save someone’s life one day.
If you see someone having a convulsive seizure such as a tonic clonic seizure here are some steps you can take:
Gently roll the person onto their side, and let the seizure take its course. Do your best to keep track of the time.
Do NOT restrain the person or put anything in their mouth.
Check for medical ID and call 911 if there is any injuries or if the seizure lasts over 5 minutes.
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What do you do if you see someone having a NON convulsive seizure?
A non-convulsive seizure is when a person stares blankly, is dazed and unresponsive. Movements tend to be repetitive.
For this situation, it is important to stay with the person. Do not try to stop the seizure, but let it take its course. The person will be unaware of their actions, and may or may not hear you link. Move dangerous objects out of the way and don’t restrain the person. Afterwards, talk gently to reassure the person and stay with them until awareness returns.
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When should an AMBULANCE be called?
- If a seizure lasts longer than 5 minutes
- If consciousness or breathing does not return to normal after the seizure has ended.
- If seizures repeat back to back without full recovery.
- If confusion after a seizure persists for more than 1 hour.
- If there is injury after the seizure
If it is a first-time seizure or the person is diabetic or has other conditions.
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Sending love to all the epilepsy warriors out there! 🦄 and their loved ones!