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Epilepsy South Central Ontario News

DRUG SHORTAGE UPDATE: SABRIL (VIGABATRIN)

April 11, 2023

We have recently learned of new developments with respect to the ongoing shortage of SABRIL (vigabatrin) that may affect some epilepsy patients in Canada.  The product shortage now affects SABRIL stock of the 500mg tablets. Stock of SABRIL (vigabatrin) powder for oral formulation, the subject of the previously reported shortage in July 2022, has been…

Port Credit Buskerfest is looking for volunteers!

April 11, 2023

Port Credit Buskerfest is looking for volunteers! AUG 18-19-20, 2023 Do you need your student volunteer hours? Do you want to give back to your community? Do you want to have the best time ever? You can get all that, and the T-shirt to match …by becoming a volunteer at PC Buskerfest Here is who…

New Teen Peer Support Group!

April 10, 2023

Our Youth Empowerment Program is designed for youth and young adults between the ages of 15 and 30 living with epilepsy as well as their siblings. We offer a fun, supportive, and inclusive environment where teens and young adults can connect with one another, learn about their epilepsy, make connections/build friendships, as well as build…

The 2023 #IAM1IN100 CAMPAIGN

February 21, 2023

  We are bringing back the #Iam1in100 campaign this March. Download the material below and help expand the representation of what it means to live with epilepsy. If you have epilepsy, download the sign that says “I have epilepsy and…” In the blank space provided, you can write about how you’re feeling or how you’re…