Epilepsy is the most common serious disease of the brain, affecting over 50 million people worldwide. Epilepsy Durham Region is an inclusive organization where those living with Epilepsy and their family can receive support, education, and resources. Utilizing a network of programs and services, our team provides specialized care, while building community awareness throughout Durham Region.
Epilepsy Durham Region
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Epilepsy Durham Region hosts 5th Annual Epilepsy Education Forum on Nov 9th
Please join us for our 5th annual Epilepsy education forum: Road to New Beginnings | Practical Strategies for Living Well with Epilepsy. This is a full day event with expert guest speakers! Where: Whitby Public Library | 410 Dundas Street West, Whitby | Room 1A/B When: Saturday, November 9th | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm **Please note that you must register to attend this event. There is a $20.00...
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Friends & Family Campaign
make a lasting impact together...
CEO, Dianne McKenzie says, “Start the conversation for those living with Epilepsy.
Our Friends & Family Campaign will HARNESS and INFLUENCE and SPARK conversation about Epilepsy.”
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Epilepsy Durham Region is excited to launch it’s new Friends and Family Campaign. Can you help? We think we have made it really easy to lend a hand. We would like to invite you to ask 10 -
Put a Spring in your Step and Walk for Epilepsy on October 20th
Early Bird Registration for this event has officially closed. If you would like to join us for the Walk for Epilepsy, there will be a $25.00 Registration Fee payable to the Durham Community Foundation on the day of the event!
Please join us for our annual Purple Walk for Epilepsy in partnership with the Durham Community Foundation, 'Walk for your Cause' event. By walking for epilepsy, you’re
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Paws for a Cause | Keeping it Epic
because a hug is sometimes the most valuable gift... WHY: In November, 2018, Epilepsy Durham Region launched a new, comprehensive, local Epilepsy Clinic in Durham Region. Encompassed in this initiative is our Clinic to Community program which ensures that individuals and their families living with epilepsy receive the education and support that they need to be partners in their healthcare plan.
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WE NEED YOUR VOICE TO SHAPE THE FUTURE OF EPILEPSY RESEARCH
The Ontario Brain Institute’s (OBI) epilepsy research program (EpLink) is looking to better understand the questions Canadians have about epilepsy and seizures. These questions could be about causes or diagnosis, treatment, managing day-to-day life or managing co-existing conditions related to epilepsy. Co-existing conditions related to epilepsy include: Rett Syndrome Cerebral Palsy Down...
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OHIP-Insured Service Changes Effective October 1st, 2019
Beginning October 1, 2019, the following OHIP-insured services will be updated as a result of the working group's review. The following changes are listed in a summary to improve the quality of patient care: Use More Accurate Diagnostic Imaging for Sinus Problems Update the use of Ambulatory Cardiac Monitoring Devices (Loop and Holter Monitors) Improve Access to Primary and Specialty Care by...
