OVO Hydro and Glasgow Science Centre to light up purple this weekend

The popular landmarks are raising awareness of epilepsy to help remove the myths and stigma attached to the condition.

Epilepsy is a common condition that affects the brain and causes frequent seizures.

Seizures are bursts of electrical activity in the brain that temporarily affect how it works. They can cause a wide range of symptoms.

The move will mark Purple Day on Sunday, March 26, which was founded by nine-year-old Cassidy Megan in 2008 and is a great opportunity to get people talking about the condition.

Over 40 buildings and landmarks across the country which will be lit up while Epilepsy Scotland asks schools, local communities and people in their workplaces to wear something purple during March to support the cause.

Over 40 buildings and landmarks across the country which will be lit up purple (Image: Sourced)

It is estimated that around 58,000 people are living with epilepsy in Scotland.

The Scottish charity’s Purple Day campaign has also been supported by football clubs Queen’s Park and Raith Rovers and ice hockey team, the Glasgow Clan.

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Epilepsy Scotland’s Chief Executive, Lesslie Young said: “We are delighted so many landmarks across Scotland will light up purple for Purple Day.

“These displays help us raise awareness of epilepsy with the aim of diminishing the social stigma that can surround it.

“Awareness days such as Purple Day are a great opportunity for people to learn more about epilepsy and to support our vital services, including our national helpline, wellbeing services, and information available through our website.

“We would really like to see people sharing photos of their own purple day activities as well as pictures of landmarks and buildings being lit up in their areas. It should be a fun day for all but with the aim of helping others.”

To get involved in Purple Day, please go to Epilepsy Scotland’s website at www.epilepsyscotland.org.uk/purpleday or email fundraising@epilepsyscotland.org.uk