Author Archive: epilepsyns
DRUG SHORTAGE
Vigabatrin (Sabril) shortage (August 10, 2016): There is a temporary shortage of vigabatrin The manufacturer has estimated a resupply date of September 1, 2016 If you need to refill a prescription for vigabatrin during the next 4 weeks, please contact your pharmacist to check the status of the supply If inventories are low, your pharmacist […]
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Purple Day
March 26th is Purple Day and is recognized in over 70 countries and on every continent. What are you doing for Purple Day?
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Purple Hike for Epilepsy 2015
The Purple Hike for Epilepsy on Sunday, October 18th was a huge success! We held the hike in Halifax on the Halifax Commons and in Oxford at the Lions Community Center. Prizes were awarded for our top pledge earners (we will list them later!) and hopefully more photos. We had a 50/50 draw in Halifax […]
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Call for Committee Members, Potential Board Members and Volunteers
The Epilepsy Association of Nova Scotia is currently seeking candidates for positions on our Board of Directors.
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EANS Strategic Plan 2014 - 2016
Whenever you have a destination in mind, it’s important to have a plan for how you’re going to get there.
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Can I drive?
In the province of Nova Scotia, there is no simple answer to this question. Luckily, Medical Coordinator Bob McCauley of Service Nova Scotia was able to shed some light on the matter for us.
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Know Your Rights: Epilepsy in the workplace
Laws against discrimination vary by province, but here are some of the Nova Scotian policies you should be aware of.
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Seizure Alert Dogs
If you’re looking for a furry friend to help you out, consider a Seizure Alert Dog.
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