Thank you, Madam Chair.
Thank you, witnesses, for coming here this morning.
Actually, I would like to make a few comments on epilepsy in the workplace. I hear that some people are afraid to admit they have epilepsy, but we have to realize.... I supervise people, some of whom have epilepsy. It's very important that the employer know if a person has the condition, especially when the person performs work that can endanger him or her and others around them. It's very important that it be known, because if they have a seizure, it may be very dangerous for themselves and for others.
I have a very interesting point about silent seizures that I didn't know about, but my wife, who works with special needs kids, told me. A girl in her class has to be watched very carefully to see that she doesn't choke. I didn't know that existed.
I have a question: what suggestions do you have for training people to deal with seizures? I was trained in high school; it was part of the curriculum, among other things, as first aid in different cases. How would you suggest that we not only raise awareness, but train people properly to deal with cases of seizure?