The Out of the Shadows Campaign

[Courtnee]

Out of The Shadows (http://www.outoftheshadows.com)

If you have the time, please check out this site and send it to those you know. The Out of the Shadows campaign, headed by Amy Lee, is all about informing people about Epilepsy and "bringing it out of the shadows." It is a disease people do not know much about yet it affects so many people.

Just take a few moments and check it out, send an ecard to those you know, whatever you can do. Every little bit helps :)

Could a Moderator sticky this please? It's very important to me.

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[Shine]

Having known someone with Epilepsy, I will be more then happy to check out the sight.

[Jo_Luvs_Ketchup]

I have epilepsy so have been to this website before. I think she's doing a wonderful thing! We need the word out about this!

[Courtnee]

I have epilepsy so have been to this website before. I think she's doing a wonderful thing! We need the word out about this!
I totally agree!! Can you sticky a sistah? ;)

[Karen*]

I signed the pledge! :D

[Courtnee]

I signed the pledge! :D
Thanks!!!

cammmmm annnnn people!!!

We can make a diffrence!!!

[Janice]

I'll sticky this for a week.

[Courtnee]

I'll sticky this for a week.
thanks Janice :) You rule

[Janice]

thanks Janice :) You rule
You're welcome. :)

[Brian Damage]

Rock Princess, I just want to commend you for bringing this to my attention. You seem to truly be a wonderful young girl. Thank You. :wave:

[Courtnee]

Rock Princess, I just want to commend you for bringing this to my attention. You seem to truly be a wonderful young girl. Thank You. :wave:
:blush: thanks :wave:

Your wonderful too :)

[Hollow]

amy lee is the roxors.

[Courtnee]

amy lee is the roxors.
:rock:

[Courtnee]

"Most people don't know anything about epilepsy. If you mention it to someone, it's not unusual to hear, "Isn't that what makes you shake?" It's kind of sad, actually, because epilepsy is one of the most prevalent disorders in America. About 2.7 million people in America have it, and nearly 181,000 new cases are diagnosed every year. So many people don't understand epilepsy -- and this lack of knowledge leads to very negative stereotypes like: People with epilepsy are broken; People with epilepsy can't hold jobs; or People with epilepsy are dangerous to themselves and others. These are all simply not true. If more people knew the basics about epilepsy, it wouldn't be feared. It's time we all looked around and learned more about a condition that can affect anyone, in any place, at any time. Join me in bringing epilepsy out of the shadows." - Amy Lee

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[Jo_Luvs_Ketchup]

In this area, hardly anyone knows about epilepsy. It's sad. Even when I had my first one, I had no idea what a seizure was. I actually wrote an email to my local news stationa few weeks ago about raising awarenes in my area and they were very interested in doing a little story on it, so we'll see how that goes :wave:

[Courtnee]

In this area, hardly anyone knows about epilepsy. It's sad. Even when I had my first one, I had no idea what a seizure was. I actually wrote an email to my local news stationa few weeks ago about raising awarenes in my area and they were very interested in doing a little story on it, so we'll see how that goes :wave:
thats great


My mother has epilepsy. Epilepsy is still very taboo and I'm going to write a story for my schools newsletter on it.

[Courtnee]

BRINGING EPILEPSY OUT OF THE SHADOWS

Epilepsy is a neurological condition affecting 2.7 million Americans. People with epilepsy are susceptible to seizures -- a change in sensation, awareness or behavior brought about by a brief electrical disturbance in the brain. Approximately 181,000 new cases of epilepsy are diagnosed each year; most of these diagnoses occur in the very young or very old – but epilepsy can begin at any stage in a person’s life. I do believe it’s time to bring epilepsy “out of the shadows” It’s time to learn seizure first aid. Learning seizure first aid could help you help a friend.
Seizure types vary from a momentary disruption of the senses, to short periods of unconsciousness or staring spells, to convulsions. Some people have just one type of seizure. Others have more than one type. Although they look different, all seizures are caused by the same thing: a sudden change in how brain cells send electrical signals to each other. If you have epilepsy, you probably already know it's not a mental disorder. It can be caused by anything adversely affecting the brain, including tumors and strokes. Sometimes epilepsy is inherited. Often, no cause is known.
The Out of the Shadows campaign, headed by Amy Lee, is all about informing people about Epilepsy and "bringing it out of the shadows." It is a disease people do not know much about yet it affects so many people. Out of the Shadows is for the millions of people with epilepsy and for those who have a loved one with the condition – like I do. Whether making a donation, supporting the campaign, or simply raising awareness, you can help bring epilepsy out of the shadows. People need to be educated on the first aid and treatment of this disease. You can go to www.outoftheshadows.com for more information.






"Most people don't know anything about epilepsy. If you mention it to someone, it's not unusual to hear, "Isn't that what makes you shake?" It's kind of sad, actually, because epilepsy is one of the most prevalent disorders in America. About 2.7 million people in America have it, and nearly 181,000 new cases are diagnosed every year. So many people don't understand epilepsy -- and this lack of knowledge leads to very negative stereotypes like: People with epilepsy are broken; People with epilepsy can't hold jobs; or People with epilepsy are dangerous to themselves and others. These are all simply not true. If more people knew the basics about epilepsy, it wouldn't be feared. It's time we all looked around and learned more about a condition that can affect anyone, in any place, at any time. Join me in bringing epilepsy out of the shadows."

- Amy Lee

[Courtnee]

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[Dumballa]

My name and address were added :)

[Courtnee]

thanks! :wave: