Info videos

Ten short videos explain and illustrate important things to know about epilepsy. The films are available in ten languages; subtitles can be switched on or off in the settings.

Production: Swiss League Against Epilepsy 2021.

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What are epileptic seizures and epilepsies?

Epilepsy can affect us all.

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Types of seizure

The various types of epileptic seizure look very different.

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First aid

Important: prevent injury and stay with the person.

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Causes of epilepsy

It’s not always possible to identify why someone has epileptic seizures – but it’s always worth trying.

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Treating epilepsy

Two out of three people with epilepsy live seizure-free lives.

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Epilepsy in older adults

More and more older people are developing epilepsy.

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Epilepsy and pregnancy

Most women with epilepsy can have children without complications – but must plan ahead.

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Epilepsy and alcohol

For most people with epilepsy, small amounts of alcohol are not harmful.

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Driving with epilepsy

People with epilepsy are only allowed to drive if a seizure is very unlikely.

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Coronavirus and epilepsy

COVID-19 has no more risk for people with epilepsy than for others; vaccination is recommended.

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Information in other languages

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