Kenya Association for the Welfare of People with Epilepsy

Kenya Association for the Welfare of People with Epilepsy A long history of service and dedication to helping people with Epilepsy in Kenya In the Medical Services provision program 11,000 patients receiving treatment.

KAWE is the pioneer and only organization to adopt a community-based, holistic approach with regard to epilepsy management in Kenya. In many parts of the country, KAWE has played a very significant role in improving the knowledge of epilepsy among health workers and the public. Through the Medical Personnel training program started in 1999, over 1,000 clinicians have been trained on epilepsy management. In the Awareness creation program over 3,000 local leaders empowered to carry out community epilepsy education.

Trying to hold someone's tongue or put objects in their mouth during a seizure can actually cause serious injury.✅ THE R...
22/09/2025

Trying to hold someone's tongue or put objects in their mouth during a seizure can actually cause serious injury.

✅ THE RIGHT FIRST AID: Is to keep them safe from hazards, gently roll them onto their side once movements stop and stay with them until they are fully alert.

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Epilepsy is more than just seizures, it is a complex neurological condition that is frequently linked to a range of othe...
15/09/2025

Epilepsy is more than just seizures, it is a complex neurological condition that is frequently linked to a range of other medical issues.

These conditions can be linked for reasons such as a genetic factor or brain injury. They can also significantly impact a person's quality of life.

Raise awareness to help people get right support.

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Epilepsy has been around for a very long time and treatment has changed with time and knowledge.Treatment would range fr...
12/09/2025

Epilepsy has been around for a very long time and treatment has changed with time and knowledge.

Treatment would range from herbal remedies, exorcisms and prayers to surgeries where some cultures would drill holes in skulls " to let the evil out" 😮. Mineral salts like zinc and magnesium would be used or very strict diets.

Which old remedies surprised you? Do you know of some from your communities? What are they🤔

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Clonic seizures "clonus" means fast stiffening and relaxing of a muscle that happens repeatedly.• They usually affect th...
09/09/2025

Clonic seizures "clonus" means fast stiffening and relaxing of a muscle that happens repeatedly.

• They usually affect the arms,face or legs
•They last a few seconds to a couple of minutes
• The person may or may not lose consciousness
• Unlike tonic-clonic seizures, clonus do not begin with a stiffening phase

Considered a type of generalized seizure because they typically involve both sides of the brain at onset.

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Febrile seizures happen to young children, they can look frightening but usually very short and don't cause lasting har...
05/09/2025

Febrile seizures happen to young children, they can look frightening but usually very short and don't cause lasting harm.

Most children who have febrile seizures won't develop epilepsy later on though there is a small risk it might.

It's really important to go to the doctor after a child's febrile seizures just to be safe.

💭Did you know fevers could trigger seizures in children?

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Epilepsy affects more than just seizures. It can also cause frustrating memory gaps,trouble concentrating, and learning ...
01/09/2025

Epilepsy affects more than just seizures. It can also cause frustrating memory gaps,trouble concentrating, and learning difficulties. It's a real neurological symptom, not just forgetfulness.

A little understanding goes a long way.💜

✨Great Success ✨Our NCWPD assessments at Kariobangi North and Ng'undu Health Centres were a success💜In partnership with ...
28/08/2025

✨Great Success ✨
Our NCWPD assessments at Kariobangi North and Ng'undu Health Centres were a success💜

In partnership with the Nairobi City County and NCWPD.

Together, we're building healthier, more inclusive communities 🙌🏿

Absence seizures are a type of generalized onset seizure which means it begins on both sides of the brain at the same ti...
28/08/2025

Absence seizures are a type of generalized onset seizure which means it begins on both sides of the brain at the same time.

They are brief episodes usually (5-15 seconds) where a person "blanks out". Stare in space and seem unresponsive.
It often happens in children and sometimes go unnoticed because they're so short.

Would you have noticed this was a seizure?👀

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📍Garissa County.Strengthening Epilepsy Care!Kenya Association for the Welfare of People with Epilepsy brought together C...
18/08/2025

📍Garissa County.

Strengthening Epilepsy Care!
Kenya Association for the Welfare of People with Epilepsy brought together CHMTs, Medics and CHPs for a training program in Garissa.

Primary HealthCare Workers - across Garrisa are enhancing their capacity to diagnose,treat and manage epilepsy

CHPs - KAWE, trained CHPs to improve early detection, referrals and awareness on epilepsy, while tackling stigma withing the community

County health Management Teams - joined the training to strengthen leadership and sustainability, ensuring epilepsy services are prioritised and integrated across the county

Epilepsy is treatable💜
🙌🏿Stigma is preventable

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Focal seizures begin in one part of the brain and come in two main types.✨Focal onset aware seizures - the person stays ...
18/08/2025

Focal seizures begin in one part of the brain and come in two main types.

✨Focal onset aware seizures - the person stays awake and aware but they may feel strange sensations, emotions, or sudden movements

✨Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures - awareness is affected, and the person may look confused,stare blankly or make repeated movements.
Not all seizures involve falling or shaking, some are much more subtle.

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In medical Europe, epilepsy was sometimes called "saint valentines illness" and people believed he could intercede for h...
15/08/2025

In medical Europe, epilepsy was sometimes called "saint valentines illness" and people believed he could intercede for healing.💜

Today, we remember that while history gave epilepsy many myths, our understanding today in the modern world comes from awareness, stopping the stigma and compassion and St. Valentine as a symbol of hope for people living with epilepsy.



One seizure doesn't always mean a lifetime of epilepsy. For some people this can be a frightening experience. Epilepsy i...
11/08/2025

One seizure doesn't always mean a lifetime of epilepsy. For some people this can be a frightening experience.
Epilepsy is usually diagnosed when a person has two or more unprovoked seizures occurring more than 24 hours apart

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