More than 3.4 million people in the United States have epilepsy, so it is a relatively common diagnosis. In fact, it is the fourth-most common neurologic condition in the world. November is National ...

For a long time, seizures were linked to superstition, possession, or mental illness, and those ideas haven’t fully disappeared. Even today, many people think epilepsy affects intelligence or behavior ...

The unpredictable, debilitating nature of a seizure can be frightening, for both the person experiencing it and anyone watching nearby. In that moment, control often slips away as muscles stiffen, ...

Quality sleep is critical for people living with epilepsy to avoid triggering seizures. Poor sleep can affect seizures, memory, and more.

What causes epilepsy? The truth is that most of the time it is unclear how this disorder develops. Within this article, we will look at the signs of epilepsy as well as any triggers of which you ...

Epilepsy is often linked to genetic factors, brain injuries, infections, or developmental disorders. Seizures are sudden bursts of electrical activity in the brain that can disrupt normal function.

More than 3.4 million people in the United States are diagnosed with epilepsy, but researchers struggle to fully understand the spectrum of neurological disorders and its causes. Epilepsy is a general ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A Chicago-based nonprofit that funds epilepsy research recently celebrated its 25th anniversary. It's founding is rooted in the struggle of a family Chicago knows well. Tanja Babich ...

Ketogenic diet therapies, including the classic ketogenic diet, modified Atkins diet, and low glycaemic index treatment, have shown effectiveness in controlling seizures, in part by shifting ...

Surviving a stroke is a monumental achievement, but for many, the journey to recovery involves navigating new and unexpected hurdles. One of the most significant long-term challenges is post-stroke ...