February 2010 Issue |
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Vagal Nerve Stimulator
Richland, WA - February 2, 2010
Division of Dev. Disabilities
Richland, WA - February 11, 2010
Light the Flame Dinner Auction
Seattle, WA - February 13, 2010
Financial Planning Seminar
Seattle, WA - February 18, 2010
Social Security Income 101
Richland, WA - March 11, 2010
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Support EFNW
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The Epilepsy Foundation Northwest is funded independently by individuals, corporations and foundations. Our fundraising efforts to support northwest people are separate of the national Epilepsy Foundation.
The Epilepsy Foundation Northwest is now accepting Monthly Recurring Donations.
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Sen. Patty Murray Honored
Sen. Patty Murray of Washington will be honored at the upcoming Epilepsy Foundation Northwest "Light the Flame" dinner-auction held Saturday, February 13th in Seattle. Sen. Murray was instrumental in sponsoring legislation and funding for the
Veteran's Administration Epilepsy Centers of Excellence around the country. The
Epilepsy Centers of Excellence will provide specialized clinics and health care
to veterans currently living with epilepsy and for those returning from service
with seizure related disorders. There will be several Centers around the
country including one at the Veteran's Administration Hospitals in
Seattle and in Portland. Sen. Murray will receive the Arthur A. Ward, Jr.
Achievement in Epilepsy Award during the event. Light the Flame
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Not All Drugs Are the Same After All
By LESLEY ALDERMAN
Published: December 18, 2009
 Let me start by saying I'm a fan of generic drugs. They save Americans billions of dollars each year and give us access to wonderful drugs at affordable prices. I've recommended generics in this column many times and use them myself when possible.
But there is a gnawing concern among some doctors and researchers that certain prescription generic drugs may not work as well as their brand-name counterparts. The problem is not pervasive, but it's something consumers should be aware of - especially now that more insurers insist that patients take generic medications when they are available.
To read more: Generic drugs
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Light the Flame Dinner and Auction
February 13, 2010
6pm - 10pm
Bell Harbor Conference Center
Seattle Waterfront
TAKE YOUR SWEETHEART OUT FOR THE EVENING!
Spend your Valentines celebration with us!
Forgot that special gift? Don't worry!
You can buy a gift right at the auction dinner table!
Join us for an evening of lively bidding,
a delicious dinner and a whole lot of fun!
Help us "Light the Flame of Hope" for people with epilepsy.
Attire: Business Casual
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Do you have a Seizure Action Plan?
One of the
key tools available to people with epilepsy or parents of children with
epilepsy is a Seizure Action Plan, or commonly referred to as a SAP. The
Seizure Action Plan can provide information and direction for others in a time
when seizures occur. Seizure Action Plans can be reviewed with your employer,
your family members, or a child's school nurse and kept on file to refer to
when a seizure occurs. We would like to know.... Do you have or use a Seizure Action Plan? If so, let us know. If not, let us know and we'll email one to you. Do so by emailing ptorres@epilepsynw.org with your answer or request for a form.
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Epilepsy Foundation Northwest
Portland Office
5251 NE Glisan St.
#A203
Portland, OR 97213
Phone: 503-228-7651 |
PO Box 173
Spokane, WA 99210
Phone: 503-325-1128 |
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Seattle Office
2311 N. 45th St.
#134
Seattle, WA 98103
Phone: 206-547-4551
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Visit Us: www.epilepsynw.org
Email: mail@epilepsynw.org
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Partner Agency Offices
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