The National Council on the Aging

Epilepsy in the elderly media briefing

The National Council on the Aging and The Epilepsy Foundation announce initiative to increase awareness of the hidden dangers of epilepsy

• People over 65 are the fastest-growing group in America to develop epilepsy, the most common brain disorder in the world.

• While commonly thought to affect primarily younger people, epilepsy is twice as likely to strike those 65 and older.

• Symptoms of epilepsy can be difficult to recognize in the elderly and can include unusual sounds, blurred vision, or sudden anxiety.

• Treating epilepsy in the elderly population can be difficult, due to age-related issues such as the potential risk of drug-drug interactions.

• The National Council on the Aging and the Epilepsy Foundation have joined together to raise awareness of epilepsy in the elderly.

WHO: The National Council on the Aging and the Epilepsy Foundation

WHAT: A panel discussion about the often-ignored issue of epilepsy in the elderly and new research being presented at the American Epilepsy Society annual meeting.

WHEN: Tuesday, December 9, 7:30 a.m.

WHERE: Hynes Convention Center, Room 207 900 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02115

Call-in Number: 888-339-2688 Passcode: 68268110

Hot breakfast will be served

RSVP: Carlisle Campbell, [email protected]; 646-935-4054