On the second day of the new year, the Hollywood couple, John Travolta and Kelly Preston lost their son. Jett Travolta died, reportedly because of a fall caused by a seizure. Jett was known to have ...

One of the many possible side effects of antiepileptic drugs is a change in weight. Valproate, in particular, has been associated with weight gain. However, a recent study by Patricio Espinosa, MD, ...

A newly-released report from Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) has revealed that nearly 450 new medicines are in development to treat neurological disorders, including 28 ...

Three months after I was diagnosed, I heard about Cameron Boyce’s passing of Sudden Unexpected Dead in Epilepsy (SUDEP). My doctor did not tell me this was a possibility, and it caused me to spiral.

On October 26, 2023, my five-year-old son had his first complex partial seizure. He had just fallen asleep, and about 20 minutes later, I heard him vomiting. As I turned on the light to help him, I ...

The FDA announced that there is an ongoing shortage of both brand and generic forms of diazepam rectal gel. This medication is used for rescue therapy in people with epilepsy, including children. We ...

Remember, you don’t need to call an ambulance for every seizure. Most seizures end on their own within a few minutes. Call our Epilepsy and Seizures 24/7 Helpline and talk with an epilepsy information ...

Some health problems or symptoms happen more often in people with seizures than in people without seizures. We can help you understand the impact of these complications and risks. What Are the ...

These seizures are called focal to bilateral tonic-clonic, because they start in a limited area on one side of the brain and spread to involve both sides. This is different from a generalized onset ...

From donating money to clothing and household goods, there are many ways to support people living with epilepsy. Find out how you can start giving and making a difference today. Like a monetary gift, ...

A common seizure trigger in people with epilepsy is being sick with some type of acute illness or infection. Head colds, lung infections or sinus infections (caused by viruses or bacteria) can often ...

A risk factor is something that makes a person more likely to develop seizures and epilepsy. Sometimes a risk factor can cause scarring of the brain or lead to areas of the brain not developing or ...