Epilepsy affects approximately 1 in 26 people.

Those with the condition are often prone to seizures, and in the wrong situation an episode could result in injury or death. Minnesota’s branch of the Epilepsy Foundation is looking to raise funds for research to help find better treatment. To reach their goals, they held an event in Bemidji.

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