Lebanon is at an historic crossroads.S., Growing up, actress Neve
Campbell witnessed first-hand the impact epilepsy can have as she watched her
cousin Coleen struggle with managing the condition. A team of adults with epilepsy, parents of children with epilepsy,
epileptologists , neurologists, nurse practitioners and social workers came
together with Novartis and the EFNYC to develop the Bill of Rights, which
offers information to help people become more involved in managing many
aspects of their condition and includes guidance on topics such as rights at
school and in the workplace and current information on epilepsy and treatment
options.

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Our objectives are to increase the reach, scale and impact of
the informal humanitarian activities that take place on the front
lines in troubled regions; contribute goods and assistance that can
have a positive, practical and timely impact in the local communities
where American personnel are involved; establish connections and
strengthen bonds between the American people and those in countries
struggling for freedom and democracy.). "Although she has been able
to manage her epilepsy successfully for many years , getting to that point was
difficult and I wish my family had access to more information and better
resources about the condition.

About epilepsy
Epilepsy is a disorder of the brain that shows itself through recurring
unprovoked seizures. EFNYC provides a range of
support services through its central office in Manhattan and at a number of
Epilepsy Centers throughout New York City . The company's mission is to improve people's
lives by pioneering novel healthcare solutions.
Located in East Hanover, New Jersey, Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
is an affiliate of Novartis AG.

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to make a firm, unequivocal commitment to protect workers' rights' to
organize unions and engage in collective bargaining and set an example for the
rest of the world to follow.S.EpilepsyBillofRights . The survey of 507 adults with epilepsy and 149
parents of children with epilepsy found that almost half of adults and parents
(45 percent and 49 percent respectively) do not know or understand the legal
rights and protections for people with epilepsy. Additionally, eight in ten
adults (79 percent) and nine in ten parents (91 percent) say that they would
like to receive specific information about the rights of people with epilepsy.5
million adults and children in the United States live with the condition, and
approximately 50 million people around the world have epilepsy. Headquartered in Basel,
Switzerland, Novartis Group companies employ approximately 81,400 people and
operate in over 140 countries around the world. This online
sample is not a probability sample.

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Leaders Join AFL-CIO in Calling Upon Nations to Recognize Workers'
Freedom to Form Unions as a Global Human Right

WASHINGTON, Eleven recipients of the Nobel Peace
Prize, including distinguished international leaders such as Former President
Jimmy Carter, Archbishop Desmond Tutu of South Africa, and Former Polish
President Lech Walesa, have come together to call upon the nations of the
world to abide by the UN Declaration of Human Rights and fully recognize and
defend workers ' freedom to form unions and bargain collectively.

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The survey found that a majority of both adults (78 percent) and parents
(87 percent) say that most people do not understand what epilepsy is.

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Spirit of America to Support Pro-Democracy Demonstrators in Beirut Lebanon

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Former President Walesa, founder of the Solidarnosc trade union movement
in Poland, initiated the statement.S. In theory, with probability samples of
this size, one could say with 95 percent certainty that the results have a
statistical precision of plus or minus 5 percentage points for the U.

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The statement will
appear as a full-page advertisement in the December 7 edition of the
International Herald Tribune.aflcio. Campbell says her family's experience with epilepsy
has made her realize how little most people know about the condition.

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The fund will support the tent city demonstrators by
supplying food, water, shelter and other basic necessities. is vital to promoting
broadly shared economic prosperity, social justice, and strong democracies."
The statement will appear as full-page advertisements in the December 6
editions of the New York Times and the Washington Post. EAST HANOVER, N."
The Epilepsy Foundation affiliates of Greater Chicago, Los Angeles , and
South Florida also contributed extensively to the development of the Bill of
Rights.novartis .

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"Most
people don't understand epilepsy or the impact it can have on a person's
life," said Ms .8 billion.S.

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"Spirit of America is committed to enabling emerging democracies
to succeed.spiritofamerica . Campbell and her cousin will share their
personal experiences related to epilepsy. Ms. Both the
adults and the children of the parents surveyed took prescription medication
to control their condition.moran@novartis.

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Ms. Campbell.

Need for information
Results from a nationwide survey conducted by Harris Interactive(R), show
that many people living with epilepsy are unaware of the rights and resources
that may be available to them. In a
separate survey of 2,777 Americans , fifty percent of adult respondents
admitted that they don't really understand what epilepsy is.

In theory, with a probability sample of this size,
one can say with 95 percent certainty that the results for the overall sample
have a sampling error of plus or minus 3 percentage points.

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Nobel Peace Laureates Unite During International Human Rights Week to Urge Stronger Protections for Workers' Rights Worldwide

aflcio.org/nobelpeace . For more
information on International Human Rights Day 2005 and the union movement's
fight for workers' rights, please visit http://www.J. Approximately 2.
Novartis has been a leader in the neuroscience area for more than 50
years, having pioneered early breakthrough treatments for Alzheimer's disease,
Parkinson's disease, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, epilepsy,
schizophrenia and migraine, many of which continue to be regarded as "gold
standards " to this day.2 billion and a net income of USD 5. Figures for age, sex, race/ethnicity, education,
income and region were weighted where necessary to bring them into line with
population proportions .

Contacts

Denise Brashear
Novartis Pharma Communications
Tel +1 862 778 7336
denise.

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In addition to President Carter, Archibishop Tutu and President Walesa,
other Nobel Laureates who have signed the statement are: His Holiness the
Dalai Lama (Tibet), Dr. Jose Ramos-Horta (East Timor), John Hume (Northern
Ireland), International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War, Betty
Williams (Ireland), Mairead Corrigan Maguire (Northern Ireland ), Shirin Ebadi
(Iran) and Jody Williams (U."
Ms. These seizures are the result of a temporary disturbance
in the electrical activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

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Non-Profit Writers /Business Editors/Political Writers

LOS ANGELES----Spirit of America has
established a project fund committed to assisting the people of
Lebanon win independence. They are tasting
freedom, " said one protest organizer.
In a statement to be released today, the Nobel Laureates express their
grave concern about the state of workers' rights around the globe and urge all
nations to vigorously protect and defend workers' inalienable human right to
form unions free of discrimination , threats or harassment..
The core of the program is the Bill of Rights, a guide to managing life
with epilepsy that was created by the epilepsy community for the epilepsy
community.com.
Additionally , six in ten adults (60 percent) and five in ten parents (52
percent) report that they or their child have felt mistreated or offended in
one or more situations because of their epilepsy, including social situations
(33 percent of adults and 24 percent of children), at work (28 percent of
adults) or at school (20 percent of adults and 25 percent of children).

About Novartis
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation researches, develops, manufactures
and markets leading innovative prescription drugs used to treat a number of
diseases and conditions, including central nervous system disorders , organ
transplantation, cardiovascular diseases, dermatological diseases, respiratory
disorders , cancer and arthritis. Novartis Neuroscience continues to be at the
forefront of research and development of new compounds, is committed to
addressing unmet medical needs and to supporting patients and families
affected by these disorders. This online sample was not a probability
sample.

About the omnibus survey
Harris Interactive(R) conducted the study online between February 14-16,
2005 among a nationwide sample of 2,777 adults aged 18 and over.

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10, International Human Rights Day, touches
off a renewed push in the U. and abroad will participate in more
than 100 actions to highlight the importance of workers' freedom to form
unions to the economic and social well-being of communities around the globe. Campbell and her cousin are working
with sponsor Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation to launch the program, which
is being conducted in conjunction with the Epilepsy Foundation-New York City
(EFNYC). The mission of the Epilepsy Foundation-New York City
is to help individuals and families affected by epilepsy achieve their highest
level of physical, social and emotional well -being.

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As the result of pro-democracy
demonstrations in Beirut, free elections and independence are within
reach. 100% of all designated
donations are used for project specific purposes. Propensity score weighting was applied to adjust for
respondents' propensity to be online.

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"The demonstrators have broken the wall of fear. "It is our common duty to defend the
rights of employees, to strengthen the trade unions and act towards proper
organization of labor," said Walesa. As part of the program , Ms. "People living with
epilepsy must learn all they can about their or their loved one's condition so
they can be strong advocates and take an active role in managing their
healthcare.

About Epilepsy Foundation-New York City
The Epilepsy Foundation-New York City was founded in 1971 as a 501(c)3
tax-exempt organization. For further information,
please consult http:/ /www. Data were
weighted to be representative of the total adult population on the basis of
region , age within gender, education, household income, race/ethnicity, and
propensity to be online.

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"Creating good conditions for working
people, enlarging the areas where people can work in peace and cooperate in
solidarity, gives our civilization a chance to develop and build a safer world
for the next generations. Campbell's aunt, Coleen's mother, has also been living with epilepsy
for most of her life.
"It is important for patients and caregivers to have access to the most
up-to-date information to help them address the many challenges associated
with epilepsy," said Blanca Vazquez, MD, director of Clinical Trials and Out-
Patient Services at New York University Epilepsy Center. "The goals of
this program are two-fold -- to arm people affected by epilepsy with the
information they need to get the best care possible and to simultaneously
address the lack of understanding about epilepsy that persists in society,"
said George Smith, President, Epilepsy Foundation-New York City. adults
with epilepsy sample and plus or minus 8 percentage points for the parents of
children with epilepsy sample.brashear@novartis.

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net/projects/96
The Spirit of America mission is to extend the goodwill of the
American people to assist those advancing freedom, democracy and peace
abroad.. Workers here in the U. The Group
invested approximately USD 4.com.

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It has been under foreign
occupation for more than a generation. Today, she joins with
other advocates and leaders in the epilepsy community to launch the Bill of
Rights for People Living with Epilepsy, a first-of-its-kind national campaign
to inform and empower those touched by epilepsy and to increase understanding
of epilepsy in the general public.

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For more information
and to support Spirit of America and this and other projects , visit
the web site at www. and worldwide to ensure workers' have a voice
on the job and have the freedom to exercise their fundamental human right to
form unions.
"After she was first diagnosed, I watched Coleen struggle to maintain her
confidence and her self esteem," said Campbell . "That's one of the things that makes living with
epilepsy so challenging and one of the main reasons I joined this program. Novartis AG (NYSE: NVS) is a world leader in
pharmaceuticals and consumer health.com

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spiritofamerica. "It is incumbent upon our elected leaders in
the U.2 billion in R+D.

About the survey: Living with Epilepsy
Harris Interactive(R) conducted the survey online on behalf of Novartis
Pharmaceuticals Corporation between January 7-17, 2005 among 507 adults with
epilepsy and 149 parents of children (under age 18) with epilepsy.

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"We are deeply gratified that some of the world's most recognized and
esteemed advocates for peace and social justice have joined together to
promote workers' rights as a major international human rights issue ," said
AFL-CIO President John Sweeney."
The statement's release, in conjunction with a massive AFL-CIO-sponsored
mobilization leading up to Dec. In 2004, the Group's businesses achieved
sales of USD 28.

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By providing funds needed to support the demonstrators in
Beirut, we extend the goodwill of the American people to assist those
advancing freedom, democracy and peace," said Jim Hake, founder and
CEO of Spirit of America.net/lebanonblog, and the URL for the Spirit Of
America Lebanon project is www. To receive a copy,
contact the AFL-CIO media outreach department at 202-637-5018.

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Financial support will be provided to the
tent city demonstrators on Martyrs' Square in Beirut through local
protest organizers so that demonstrators can keep pressure on the
foreign occupiers and world attention on the struggle for Lebanese
independence. "Through Spirit of America and its project
fund the American people will send the message to the Lebanese people
and around the world that the fight for freedom in Lebanon is not
forgotten, that Lebanon too can attain democracy, peace and
independence . The statement, in
part, reads: "Protecting the right to form unions .S.
The statement, "A Global Call for Human Rights in the Workplace," is
available online at http://www.org.

Neve Campbell Helps Launch National Program for People Living with Epilepsy

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The URL for the Spirit Of America Lebanon blog is
www.
Spirit of America is a 501c3, non-profit supported through private
sector contributions and in-kind support. To receive a free copy of the Bill of Rights for People Living with
Epilepsy and other information about epilepsy, people can call 1-877-6ERIGHTS
or visit http:/ /www.com

Gina Moran
Novartis Pharma Communications
Tel +1 862 778 5567
regina.