Epilepsy Ireland reports record demand for servicesEpilepsy Ireland is appealing to the public for support for their National Fundraising Week, Rose Week, which takes place from October 10th to 16th next. Epilepsy Ireland Head of Fundraising & Development, Stephen Lowry commented: “We have seen record demand for our support services in 2021, but our fundraised income has suffered a dramatic decrease since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, falling by 50%. In recent weeks, Epilepsy Ireland have committed to investing just under €340,000 in five new research projects. The plan includes key aims such as developing strategies to prevent epilepsy-related deaths and increasing investment in Irish epilepsy research. Mr Lowry highlighted the work of Epilepsy Ireland within local communities, saying: “Epilepsy is much more common than most think – it is the most common neurological condition in Ireland.

Source: Irish Independent October 08, 2022 04:51 UTC