[의학신문·일간보사=이상만 기자] Promote the rights and interests of epilepsy patients by disseminating accurate information about epilepsy and improving negative perceptions ‘2023 world epilepsy day‘ commemoration (buy)Korean Epilepsy Society(Chairman Kim Heung-dong)and the Korean Epilepsy Society(Chairman Heo Kyung) comes in jointly 2month13one afternoon 3City Korea Press Foundation 19It will be held in the press conference room on the floor.
‘world epilepsy day‘in the past 2015International Epilepsy Society(IBE)and the International Federation for the Elimination of Epilepsy(PICTURE)this every year 2It is a memorial day established on the second Monday of the month., worldwide, incl 140in dozens of countries ‘Celebrating World Epilepsy Day‘still.
1At the Sub-Memorial Ceremony, the award was given to personnel and organizations who have dedicated themselves to promoting the rights and interests of patients with epilepsy. ‘Special Achievement Award‘class, Awarded to doctors who have led the way in improving awareness of epilepsy ‘Epilepsy Cognitive Inventory Special Award‘,’Purple Flight Awards(Purple Light Award)’ an award ceremony is held. In addition, for college students diagnosed with epilepsy, academic support and future planning ‘epillizer(epilator) Future Design Scholarship Ceremony‘going on too.
2An awareness raising forum will be held in the state to remove social stigma and correct misconceptions about epilepsy..
Kim Heung-dong, President of the Korea Epilepsy Society “I am concerned that the public perception of epilepsy will become increasingly inaccurate due to the recent epilepsy conscription scandal.. A national support system is needed to increase the rights and interests of epilepsy patients and improve their awareness..”He said.
Following “2We hope that World Epilepsy Day, which takes place in March, will be an opportunity to provide accurate information about epilepsy and correct misconceptions..”He called for public interest and participation..
Epilepsy is a disease caused by excessive electrical signals from nerve cells in the brain. 37It is estimated that there are 10,000 patients, Compared to other similar diseases that require long-term prevalence and intensive care, epilepsy is a medical problem including care., economical, There are many psychological difficulties.
Due to the nature of the disease, patients with epilepsy have difficulty in everyday life due to seizures, etc., struggling with economic activity, Education due to severe social prejudice and stigma, employment, Even in normal social life, such as interpersonal relationships, there are many distinctions and restrictions..
therefore, Prevention of epilepsy by the state, Medical care and research and support for people with epilepsy, Establish comprehensive policies for improving awareness and preventing discrimination.It is possible to reduce the personal pain and damage and social burden caused by epilepsy through action ‘Epilepsy Support Act‘ Legislation is urgently needed..
Meanwhile 2020year 12month ‘Legislation on the Management of Epilepsy and Support for Patients with Epilepsy‘Meanwhile, Nam, a member of the Democratic Party of Korea, and others 22one member of parliament2021year 9In the month, the power of the people, such as Rep. Kang Ki-yoon, etc. 11Started by one legislator, At present, it is submitted to the Legislative Review Sub-Committee of the Health and Welfare Committee of the National Assembly..
