Epilepsy ADULT SERVICES ONLY
Should you need any advice from an epilepsy nurse please contact the ADULT Neurology Nursing Services Admin Team on 01484 344 227 or email cah-tr.neurologynurses@nhs.net.
Further support and information
Epilepsy Action is a great source of online advice, support and information. Their helpline number is 0808 8005050, or you can contact them via their helpline where they offer a live chat option - The Epilepsy Action helpline - Epilepsy Action
Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP)
Advice and information regarding SUDEP:
- SUDEP and epilepsy-related deaths - Epilepsy Action
- What is SUDEP? - SUDEP Action
- SUDEP Action Group Support Line - 01235 772852
- SUDEP Action Group Support email - support@sudep.org
Alarms and monitors
For information regarding seizure alarms and monitors, see the Epilepsy Action website, or you can contact Gateway to Care and speak to their 'Assistive Technology Department'.
- Calderdale Gateway to Care - Tel. 01422 393000
- Kirklees Gateway to Care - Tel. 0300 304 5555 (OPTION 2)
DVLA - Driving and Medical Issues
Phone Number: 0300 790 6806
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday – 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, Saturday 8am to 1pm
Call this number to inform the DVLA about a medical condition or disability that can affect your driving ability. You can also call to reapply for a driving licence if you’ve had one taken away due to said medical issue.
Seizure tracking tool
This uselful tool can be used to log events including any triggers: Seizure Tracker® - Your comprehensive resource for tracking and sharing seizure information.
Benefits for people with epilepsy
