Why is purple the color of epilepsy?

​Purple day was created in 2008 by Cassidy Megan, a young girl from Canada, who has epilepsy and wanted to get people talking about the condition. Cassidy decided to use the colour purple because lavender is recognised as the international flower of epilepsy.

What color is purple for epilepsy awareness?

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Purple (lavender) is the international color representing epilepsy awareness and we want everyone across the world to know.

What is the color of epilepsy?

Purple is the colour of epilepsy which is why Cassidy Megan, a young girl with epilepsy from Nova Scotia, Canada created Purple Day. Lavender is recognised as the international flower of epilepsy. The flower is said to symbolise isolation and loneliness, often associated with epilepsy.

Why is lavender the color for epilepsy?

The colour chosen to represent epilepsy is Purple. It is widely thought that the reason behind the choice of colour comes from the historic use of lavender to treat people who lived with epilepsy. The soothing effects of lavender were thought to relax the person experiencing a seizure.

Is purple for epilepsy?

Celebrated annually on March 26, Epilepsy Awareness Day, or Purple Day, was created to increase the public's understanding of this brain disorder and to eliminate the fear and stigma surrounding it.

Epilepsy awareness: What is the importance of Purple Day?

Why is Wear it Purple Day purple?

Wear It Purple acknowledges the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia, their diversity, histories, knowledge and their continuing connections to land and community. We pay our respects to all Australian Indigenous Peoples and their cultures, and to Elders past, present and emerging.

Why are people wearing purple today?

Supporters wear purple to celebrate diversity and young people from the LGBTIQA+ community. The Day is organised by Wear it Purple, a student run, not-for-profit organisation, providing presentations and workshops.

Why is lavender the international flower of epilepsy?

Why Lavender? Well, lavender is not only the internationally recognized colour associated with epilepsy and seizures, but the lavender flower has traditionally been a symbol for things that are hidden or isolated, much like epilepsy.

Does a butterfly represent epilepsy?

The ribbon is for epilepsy, the butterfly represents freedom and hope, because I hope for a cure and a seizure-free life some day.

Can epileptics get tattoos?

While black-coloured tattoos and piercings done by professionals are usually safe for most people, people with heart problems, epilepsy, diabetes, hemophilia, or those who have had organ transplant or are on blood thinners should not get them.

What color triggers epilepsy?

Can Colours trigger a seizure?

Photosensitive epilepsy is when seizures are triggered by flashing lights or contrasting light and dark patterns. Photosensitive epilepsy is not common but it may be diagnosed when you have an EEG test.

Does lavender affect epilepsy?

It is thought that some essential oils may trigger seizures, and so are not recommended for use by people with epilepsy. Essential oils that are not recommended include: Rosemary, fennel, sage, eucalyptus, hyssop, wormwood, camphor and spike lavender are not recommended as essential oils if you have epilepsy.

What ribbon is for epilepsy?

With purple being the internationally recognized color for epilepsy awareness, there are a proliferation of charitable causes that have adopted it and the generic awareness ribbon.

When is National Purple Day?

Purple Day® is the Global Day for epilepsy awareness and is celebrated annually on March 26.

What month is National epilepsy Month?

November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month. Formally recognized by Congress since 2003, the Epilepsy Foundation has long since promoted its importance to bring awareness to the incurable disease. Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that causes seizures.

What purple butterfly means?

The butterfly is a symbol of rebirth or the birth of an idea. You may be at a stage in your life where you're on the cusp of change or on the brink of a new way of thinking. A purple butterfly represents that change along with the inner strength and grace you'll need to achieve the transformation.

What does a purple butterfly mean on a hospital bed?

Beginning this month, a purple butterfly will be placed on the door of patients who were part of a multiples birth but sadly, one or more of the siblings did not survive. The butterfly is present to celebrate the life of the patient's lost sibling and to bring awareness of the loss for staff and other families.

What does a purple butterfly sticker mean?

Purple butterfly stickers help identify when a baby is part of a multiple loss at a hospital.

What does epilepsy mean in Greek?

The word epilepsy is derived from the Greek word epilambanein and means “to be seized.” This was used to connote both the disease and the single attack.

What illness is associated with purple?

Testicular Cancer. There is debate about the color for testicular cancer awareness and ribbons, however orchid, a purple/violet color, has long been recognized as the official color for testicular cancer.

What organization uses purple?

Probably the most well-known purple corporate brand is FedEx. FedEx pairs the purple with other colors including orange, green and gray to distinguish their different business divisions. Cadbury also uses purple for its logo and throughout its packaging.

What does a purple shirt mean?

Volunteers who wear purple shirts are called Healthcare Hospitality volunteers. These dedicated people are cancer survivors themselves and visit clinics throughout the hospital, bringing compassion, understanding, and practical information to you and your loved ones.

Who invented wear purple?

Since 2010, when Wear it Purple was co-founded by Katherine Hudson and Scott Williams, Wear it Purple has developed into an international movement. New generations of rainbow young people continue to be dedicated to promoting the annual expression of support and acceptance to rainbow young people.

When did Wear it Purple start?

Wear it Purple began in 2010, after a global response to news stories of bullying and harassment and its impact on LGBTQIA+ teenagers, including a number who took their own life.