Science, Discovery, Tech and Environment · 9 February 2026
International Epilepsy Day 2026 to be observed on 9 February with theme 'Turning Stories into Action'
Exam-focused facts from the 9 February 2026 current affairs briefing.
Key facts
- International Epilepsy Day 2026 falls on Monday, 9 February, the second Monday of February.
- The 2026 theme 'Turning Stories into Action' is led by the International Bureau for Epilepsy (IBE) and the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE).
- The #EpilepsyPledge invites individuals, workplaces, schools, and organisations to commit to actions such as learning seizure first-aid, challenging myths, or sharing accurate information.
- Purple is the global colour of epilepsy awareness.
- Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterised by recurrent, unprovoked seizures caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
- With proper treatment, seizures can often be managed or controlled.