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Show your support this Purple Day and join the fight against epilepsy - wear purple, share awareness, and donate to help create a better tomorrow!
Get ready to show your support for Epilepsy Awareness and Purple Day on March 26! This day was created in 2008 by a young Canadian student, Cassidy Megan, who wanted to raise awareness of the neurological disorder. Since then, it has grown into an international event with millions of people around the world taking part in activities to help spread awareness and understanding. From wearing purple clothing to attending epilepsy education events, there are lots of ways you can join in and make a difference – so don't miss out!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1860s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Medical Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the mid-19th century, epilepsy is widely recognized and studied as a neurological disorder, paving the way for advancements in understanding and treating it.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Modern Treatment Approaches</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1950s, new types of medication for epilepsy are developed and used, such as the drug phenytoin (Dilantin).</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Epilepsy Foundations Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>Foundations like the Epilepsy Foundation in the United States are created to advocate for people with epilepsy and provide resources for treatment and research.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Purple Day Founded</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Purple Day is celebrated, organized by a young Canadian student named Cassidy Megan who wanted to raise awareness about epilepsy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>Purple Day officially recognized by the United Nations, helping it to reach a global audience and driving wider awareness of epilepsy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Scientific Advances</div><div class='timeline-text'>Continued research provides hope for more effective treatments and a potential cure, with significant advancements in understanding genetic and neurophysiological contributors to epilepsy.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Wear purple</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Show your support for epilepsy awareness by wearing purple on Purple Day. This can be anything from a purple shirt or accessories to painting your nails purple.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share your story</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use social media to share your personal story about epilepsy or the story of someone you know who has been affected by it. This can help raise awareness and educate others about the condition.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to epilepsy organizations</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Consider making a donation to an epilepsy organization or charity that supports research, education, and advocacy for those with the condition. Every little bit helps in the fight against epilepsy.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a fundraising event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather friends and family to organize a fundraising event, such as a walk or a charity auction, to raise money for epilepsy awareness. This can also be a fun way to bring people together for a good cause.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself and others</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to learn more about epilepsy and share your knowledge with others. This can help dispel myths and misconceptions about the condition and promote understanding and acceptance.</p></div></div>
<div class='whywelove-item'><div class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 class='whywelove-title'>Promotes Knowledge and Understanding</h3><p class='whywelove-text'>Purple Day allows us to spread important information about epilepsy, breaking down barriers of fear or misunderstanding and leading to more acceptance and support for those who suffer from this condition.</p></div></div><div class='whywelove-item'><div class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 class='whywelove-title'>Inspires Solidarity and Community Spirit</h3><p class='whywelove-text'>Purple Day helps build community spirit and solidarity. Seeing people don purple clothing, share their stories, or go the extra mile to create a fundraising event fosters a sense of unity and in turn, it helps those affected by epilepsy to feel less alone.</p></div></div><div class='whywelove-item'><div class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 class='whywelove-title'>Supports Epilepsy Research and Advocacy </h3><p class='whywelove-text'>By promoting donations to epilepsy organizations, Purple Day plays a vital role in supporting ongoing research for better treatments and a potential cure, as well as advocacy work towards the needs of those with epilepsy.</p></div></div>
Epilepsy Awareness / Purple Day is celebrated on March 26 every year. In 2024 Epilepsy Awareness / Purple Day will occur on a Tuesday.
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