About EPInA
WHY EPILEPSY?
Epilepsy is one of the most common serious neurological conditions and is particularly widespread in sub-Saharan Africa. This high incidence is, in at least a quarter of cases, because of preventable factors, yet many people who may have had seizures are not diagnosed and even fewer receive appropriate treatments. These factors are compounded by enduring social stigma that can make it hard for Africans with epilepsy to obtain employment, form relationships or feel valued.
THE EPInA PROJECT
The EPInA project aims to improve quality of life for people with epilepsy in sub-Saharan Africa by addressing all aspects of the treatment pathway: prevention, diagnosis, treatment and awareness.