Epilepsy Facts
Epilepsy is the most common serious brain disorder in the world and one of the least understood.
Here's what you need to know.
The Numbers Don't Lie
Epilepsy affects more people
than you think.
It is the most common serious brain disorder in the world. And it doesn't get nearly enough attention — or funding.
50M
Worldwide
People in the world have epilepsy right now
5M
Every Year
New epilepsy diagnoses are made globally each year
1/26
In Your Lifetime
People will develop epilepsy in their lifetime
Source: World Health Organization & Epilepsy Foundation