The Managing Epilepsy Well (MEW) was established in 2007 to advance the science on epilepsy self-management by conducting high-quality research across a network of universities, collaborating with community stakeholders to implement activities, and broadly disseminating research findings.
The MEW Network is one of CDC's Prevention Research Centers Program thematic networks.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) supports the Managing Epilepsy Well (MEW) Network, whose mission is to advance epilepsy self-management by facilitating and implementing research, conducting research in collaboration with network and community stakeholders, and broadly disseminating the findings.
MEW Self-Management Programs
Learn about MEW Network self-management programs:
MEW Network Partners
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Project Uplift
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HOBSCOTCH
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For information email Michael Radell.
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PACES
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For information email Michael Radell.
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SMART Program
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For information email Peggy Beem Jelley or Jordan Hinds.
Self-management is what you do to take care of yourself.
You can learn how to manage your epilepsy and have an active and full life. Download our self-management handout to identify ways to better control your seizures and your health.
MEW NETWORK PROGRAMS
As with any chronic condition, many people with epilepsy can benefit from learning skills to help them better manage their epilepsy and its effects on daily life. MEW Network Self-Management programs help people to develop these skills. MEW Network programs can help with:
- Mental Health
- Memory Problems
- Dealing with Stress
- Managing Epilepsy Care
- Health & Well-being
Visit their Programs page to learn more.
To learn more about the SMART Program – watch this testimonial video from a SMART Program participant.