Press Releases
2013
Jacqueline A. French, M.D. Receives The Epilepsy Foundation's 2013 Hero Of Epilepsy Award
FDA Announces New Drug Application for Review
Epilepsy Foundation Leadership Addresses FDA Panel on New Medical Device for Seizures
2012
First Extended Release Oxcarbazepine Is Approved By The FDA
"Now I Know" Video Contest Invites People to Share Struggles, Successes with Epilepsy
FDA approves Fycompa to treat seizures
Epilepsy Foundation and Epilepsy Therapy Project announce merger to create new national organization
Epilepsy Foundation Cosponsors Presidential Forum on Disability in Columbus, Ohio
Epilepsy Foundation Elects New President and CEO
5,000 Walked to Make a Difference for the Epilepsy Community
The Epilepsy Foundation Applauds Landmark Institute of Medicine Report on the Spectrum of Epilepsy
Media Advisory: Thousands Walk to Make a Difference for the Epilepsy Community
Media Advisory: Teens with Epilepsy Are On a Mission to Make a Difference
Epilepsy Foundation Announces Partnership with Harlem Globetrotters for National Walk for Epilepsy
Epilepsy Community Has Major Concern Over Release of Anticonvulsant Drug Comparison Report
2011
November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month--It's Time to Get Seizure Smart!
Epilepsy Foundation Chair and Board Member Discuss Promising News on Epilepsy Surgery Study on ABC NEWS
California Governor Signs Epilepsy Bill into Law
USA Network Joins Epilepsy Foundation in National Campaign to Make America Seizure Smart
Epilepsy Foundation Funds New Therapy Grant to Support Innovative Approach to Treat Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation Announces Research Grant Winners
Epilepsy Foundation Announces Brien J. Smith, M.D. as New Board Chair
Epilepsy Foundation of America Supports SB 161
The Epilepsy Foundation Salutes the Honorable Frank Keating with National Award at Gala Celebration
New Bipartisan Rules Protect Workers with Epilepsy under the ADA
Epilepsy Foundation RAISES Awareness of Epilepsy on Capitol Hill
Epilepsy Foundation Announces New CEO
EPILEPSY ADVOCATES UNDETERRED BY STRUGGLING ECONOMY AND COLD TEMPS
Advocates Shine Spotlight on Epilepsy in Nation's Capital
2010
Young Heroes with Epilepsy Rally for Change on Capitol Hill
Philadelphia Eagles Geoffrey Pope Heads to the Nations Capital for National Walk for Epilepsy
Research Provides New Insight into Diet and Epilepsy
New York Jets, Nine-Time Pro-Bowler Leads National Walk for Epilepsy
Hollywood Movie Premiere Highlights National Epilepsy Awareness Month
Head of Epilepsy Foundation Steps Down
Fact Sheet on Seizure-Related Causes of Death and Preventative Measures
Epilepsy Foundation Unites Celebrities, NFL Stars and Advocates for the National Walk for Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation Launches Online Comic Book
Epilepsy Advocates Take Over Capitol Hill with Week of Activities
Atlanta Falcons Star Running Back to Lead National Walk for Epilepsy
2009
Epilepsy Foundation Announces Joyce Bender as the New Board Chair
The Epilepsy Foundation Commends Rock Star Prince for Talking About It
New Resources for Parents of Children with a Severe Type of Epilepsy
New Study Suggests Different Versions of the Same Epilepsy Medication Can Be Harmful
National Walk for Epilepsy Kicks Off Weekend with the Stars
Managing Epilepsy Well Network Launches Site to Advance Epilepsy Self-Management Research
Epilepsy Foundation Leader Honored at Anniversary Celebration of Historic ADA
Epilepsy Foundation Launches National Campaign to Raise Epilepsy Awareness
Celebrities and Thousands of Walkers Unite at Nation's Capitol
2008
Valentine's Day Connected to Epilepsy
The Epilepsy Foundation Sheds Light on Seizures
Patients Urged to Take Action in Response to New CDC Data
Epilepsy Foundation Announces Updated First Responder Training Video
Employer and Disability Groups Form Historic Alliance to Support the Americans with Disabilities Act
Congress and President Bush Restore the Promise of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Children with Epilepsy Take Over Capitol Hill to Urge Congress for Change
Childrens Lives May Be Endangered as Child Care Centers Refuse to Administer Emergency Medication
