September 25, 2025 min read

Building Healthier Communities: How Epicare Has Trained Over 200 Families in Epilepsy First Aid

Epicare, Africa
Building Healthier Communities: How Epicare Has Trained Over 200 Families in Epilepsy First Aid

At Epicare Africa, we believe that knowledge is the first step toward saving lives. Our community health program is built on the simple yet powerful idea that when families and caregivers are empowered with the right skills, they can make a real difference in the lives of people living with epilepsy.

Over the past year, we have trained more than 200 families on epilepsy first aid and seizure management. These training sessions go beyond theory—they provide hands-on guidance on what to do before, during, and after a seizure. Families learn how to keep their loved ones safe, prevent injuries, and respond with confidence during an emergency.

The impact has been remarkable. Parents have shared how their fear has turned into courage. Young people now know how to support their siblings or classmates without panic. Community members have told us that the stigma around epilepsy is slowly fading, replaced by compassion and understanding.
This is the heart of our mission: empowering communities, one family at a time.
Want to be part of this change? Join our next training or support our community health program. Together, we can make every family seizure-ready.

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Epilepsy Awareness Quiz

Test Your Epilepsy Knowledge

This 5-question quiz will help you understand important facts about epilepsy and how to support those affected.

Question 1 of 5 Epilepsy Basics

What is epilepsy?

Question 2 of 5 First Aid

What should you do if someone is having a seizure?

Question 3 of 5 Treatment

Which of these is NOT true about epilepsy treatment?

Question 4 of 5 Myths

Which statement about epilepsy is a MYTH?

Question 5 of 5 Africa Context

What is the epilepsy treatment gap in Africa?

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