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As climate change results in more frequent and intense heat waves, new research at the Epilepsy Society suggests that rising ...
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If I Can, You Can is all about the power of sharing stories to help more people understand what living with epilepsy really means. Whether you're taking part in a run, hosting a bake sale, or marking ...
The Epilepsy Society has welcomed a new experimental treatment for children with Dravet syndrome which researchers say is safe and can help reduce seizures dramatically.
Here is a list of anti-seizure medication (ASM), previously called anti-epileptic drugs or AEDs. Each medication listed includes a link to information about what type of seizures the ASMs are used for ...
For some people, certain situations can trigger (set off) a seizure. Common triggers include lack of sleep, stress, alcohol, and not taking their prescribed anti-seizure medication (ASM). Triggers don ...
In the UK, epilepsy affects around 100,000 children and young people, with 23 new cases diagnosed every day. Epilepsy can start at any age, including in childhood. If your child develops epilepsy you ...
Whether to drink alcohol or take recreational drugs is a personal choice, but it is worth knowing the possible effects they could have on your epilepsy. Alcohol or recreational drugs can cause ...
Living with epilepsy can be challenging, not just for those diagnosed but also for their family and friends. Understanding more about epilepsy and how to offer effective support can make a significant ...
Keeping a seizure diary can be useful to help you record when your seizures happen and to see whether there are any specific triggers for your seizures. Sometimes, known triggers can be avoided to ...