Epilepsy Negative attitudes hindering social integration of those afflicted

March 26 marks World Purple Day, a global initiative dedicated to raising epilepsy awareness, dispelling myths and offering support to around 50 million people living with epilepsy.

- Marcus Tang Chee Wei

Countries around the world come together on March 26 to raise awareness of epilepsy, acknowledge the bravery of those diagnosed, and stand in solidarity with all those impacted by this common and complex neurological condition.

These include some 25,000 people in Singapore affected by epilepsy, along with their loved ones, families and caregivers.