Seizures-PurpleDay

When is "Purple Day"?

• March 1

• April 2nd

• March 26

• November 21

Who started "Purple Day"?

• The Epilepsy Foundation

• A young girl who wanted to increase worldwide awareness for people living with epilepsy

• A large group of people who wanted to support epilepsy

Is it possible to catch epilepsy from another person?

• Yes

• No

There is only one type of seizure.

• True

• False

All types of epilepsy can be controlled.

• True

• False

There are ways to control people's seizures.

• Yes

• No

What is one thing people with epilepsy can do to control their seizures.

Can people with epilepsy do almost everything a person without epilepsy can?

• Yes

• No

What is one thing you should NOT do to help someone who is having a seizure?

• Make sure they are in a safe place.

• Try to stop the person from moving.

• If the person is standing up, get a pillow--in case him or her falls

• Turn the person on his or her side.

What is something you can do for people who have seizures?