What to do

  • Loosen any constrictive clothing around the person's throat.

  • Remove any objects near the person that may cause them injury.

  • If the person is wearing glasses, remove them.

  • Position the person on their side so that any fluids can drain from their mouth.

  • If the person having a seizure is pregnant, call emergency medical services such as Netcare 911 for professional assistance.

  • Ask any bystanders to give the person space.