My DiagnosisThe Seattle Rock ’n Roll Marathon led to my epilepsy diagnosis in 2010, but the road to truly understanding my seizures stretched thousands of miles further than the 26.2 miles... By Stacia Kalinoski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Working Out With EpilepsyThere is so much mixed information about exercising with any type of seizure disorder. I want to start off by saying that I'm going to give you my personal experience... By Gabrielle Foote3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 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... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Epilepsy Diagnosis in One Word: FearFear. Such a scary word to understand, let alone speak of. As a writer, we face fear each and every time we write. Fearing judgment of those who read our... By Anita Meeks3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Learning Seizure First AidNovember is Epilepsy Awareness Month! Time to find your smile and purple attire. Purple represents epilepsy awareness, and your smile represents your passion for learning and sharing! I want to... By Gabrielle Foote3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
What Epilepsy Awareness Means to MeEpilepsy. I didn't know the existence of its name until I was 10 years old. I was a healthy baby and there was no trace of illness. But my parents... By Nisshaa Muniandy2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Epilepsy Awareness & the Power of Shared SupportNovember is Epilepsy Awareness Month. This month is an important reminder for me of the 3.4 million people across America who are waking up to take their medication, some fearful... By Stacia Kalinoski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 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... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 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... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 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... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 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... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 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... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Epilepsy and COVID-19Since late 2019, COVID-19 has become a household name. It has changed many aspects of daily life. Especially for those living with chronic conditions. "Quarantine," "social distancing," and "herd immunity"... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 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... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 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... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 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... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments