What Is Vagus Nerve Stimulation?Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) is a type of epilepsy treatment that may stop or reduce seizures. A doctor implants a battery-powered device that looks like a pacemaker under the skin...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Is An Epileptologist, and When Should I See One?If you or a loved one has epilepsy, you may have heard the term epileptologist. You may have wondered what the word means and how it applies to epilepsy care...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Where in My Brain Is a Seizure Happening?Epilepsy causes a burst of electrical brain activity that causes a range of physical and mental health issues. Symptoms can be mild or serious, and may affect movement, what you...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Ins and Outs of Getting a Seizure Alert DogSpecially trained service dogs are tools that people with epilepsy can use to live a safer, more independent life. Service dogs can also increase self-confidence because of the increased feeling...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Latest in Wearable Electronic Devices for Seizure TrackingJust like a FitBit or an Apple Watch can log how many steps you take each day, wearable electronic devices can track seizures and other neurologic symptoms. These devices can...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Epilepsy and Alcohol: Is It Safe to Drink?Many of us have a glass of wine or a bottle of beer to unwind or celebrate. Or, we drink simply because we enjoy it. But if you have epilepsy...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Epilepsy In the Black CommunityEpilepsy can affect anyone no matter their age, gender, ethnicity, or race. However, Black people living with the condition face unique challenges when it comes to diagnosis and care. A...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Understanding Clinical TrialsA clinical trial is a type of research. Research is the process scientists use to explain how our bodies work or why our bodies stop working well. Clinical trials are...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Clinical Trial GlossaryClinical trials have a language of their own. It helps to understand the common terms used when describing a clinical trial before you sign up. Here are some of the...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What to Know About Participating in a Clinical TrialClinical trials are medical studies that pose a question: Does a new treatment work better than older treatments? Each year, thousands of treatments are tested in controlled experiments called clinical...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
