20,000 Tasmanians have epilepsy and an additional 80,000 family members, colleagues and friends are affected in some way.

One-fifth of Tasmania’s population is touched by epilepsy, yet the condition still has an unfortunate stigma that causes much hurt and frustration.

1 in 200 students in Tasmania has epilepsy and it can affect their performance at school.

• Seizures and medication can make it hard for a child to concentrate during class and remember information.

Would you know what to do if you saw someone having a seizure?

Take a look at the Epilepsy first Aid poster included in the newsletter/ Facebook page for more information.

Emma Middleton, Primary School Health Nurse for Cygnet, Huonville & Glen Huon Primary Schools