Knowledge and attitudes towards seizure first aid among attendees of Gateway Clinic in Bloemfontein
Participants at the Gateway Clinic were knowledgeable and had positive attitudes towards epilepsy and seizure first aid. Nonetheless, misconceptions persist, particularly regarding harmful practices during seizures. Public education and structured training on seizure first aid remain essential to improve safety and awareness.Contribution: This study highlights the need to strengthen community awareness and education on epilepsy and seizure first aid to reduce stigma and enhance appropriate responses during seizure events.
Authors
- Chika K. Egenasi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5555-7779)
- Joseph B. Sempa (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1062-0417)
- Ilias P. Masinde (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0004-6696-3368)
- Lungelo A. Gwala (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0004-5616-0713)
- Likhona Jaca (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0002-6874-6899)
- Lolwethu L. Qulu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0008-4626-7815)
- Tebogo W. Kgasi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-6609-2423)
- Aileen M. Kamwendo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0000-5967-6388)
- Desiree R. Thapo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0002-2646-1887)
Institutions
- University of the Free State (ZA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- South African Family Practice
- Published
- 2025-11-25
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.4102/safp.v67i1.6208
- Primary Topic
- Epilepsy research and treatment
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00