What Is Epilepsy?
Epilepsy is a medical condition that produces seizures. A seizure is a disruption of the electrical communication between neurons. This can affect a variety of mental and physical functions.
It’s also called a seizure disorder. When a person has two or more seizures, they are considered to have epilepsy.
A seizure happens when a brief, strong surge of electrical activity affects part or all of the brain. One in 10 adults will have a seizure sometime during their life and 1 in 26 will be diagnosed with epilepsy during their lifetime, making epilepsy the fourth most common neurological condition.
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Upcoming Programs and Events
We offer a broad range of educational programs, support groups, and fundraising events to support the 65,000 people living with epilepsy in Colorado & Wyoming. We hope to see you soon!
Virtual Young Adult Support Group
We offer a virtual young adult support group on the second Thursday of every month from 5:30-7 pm. For more…
Spanish Speaking Support Group
Our Spanish speaking support group meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 6 pm. Email leigh@epilepsycowy.org for more information.
Virtual Teen Support Group
We offer a virtual teen support group run by one of our young volunteers the third Saturday of every month…
Epilepsy Awareness License Plate
We are excited to announce that the Epilepsy Awareness license plate is now available in Colorado!