Knowing: Epilepsy first aid can save a life

Not only that, but the stigma around epilepsy caused by a lack of understanding of the condition also contributes to ignorance and, therefore, puts people’s lives at risk.

The Monitor Correspondent Nnsaretha Kgamanyane writes Following these easy steps might seem like nothing much to help in an epileptic episode – stay with the person and start timing the seizure; remain calm and check for medical identity; keep the person safe by moving away harmful objects and turn the person on their side if they are not awake and aware and do not block their airway.