Goose Creek proclaims November Epilepsy Awareness Month; advocates highlight new school training law

Mayor Greg Habib read a proclamation declaring November 2024 as Epilepsy Awareness Month in Goose Creek, stressing the city’s focus on inclusive recreation and public awareness for people with seizure disorders.

At the podium, a representative of a statewide epilepsy nonprofit thanked the council and described outreach efforts and training the organization offers to schools, churches and municipal staff. The speaker noted recent state legislation: "We have helped to pass the South Carolina Seizure Safe Schools Act, which will require all school personnel to be trained in seizure recognition and how to respond, and that will take effect July 1, next year." The advocate added a personal note about the stakes: "My son personally has had thousands of seizures in the last 17 years."

The mayor highlighted the city’s adaptive recreation program — including an adaptive tricycle — as an example of removing barriers to participation for residents with epilepsy. Council members and staff thanked the advocates and encouraged residents to pursue seizure first‑aid training offered in person or online.

The proclamation cites national and state prevalence estimates and encourages residents to learn more about seizure recognition, response and local training opportunities.