Piracicaba starts offering palliative care clinic through the SUS
Piracicaba has launched a palliative care clinic within its public health system, catering to patients with severe and life-threatening illnesses.
“I dream of seeing him swim in a Paralympic Game”: a mother's campaign for her son to undergo a key treatment
A mother seeks $35,000 for her son’s crucial treatment for cerebral palsy and refractory epilepsy in Mexico.
Piracicaba inaugurates Epilepsy Outpatient Clinic to serve the public health system
Piracicaba has inaugurated an outpatient clinic dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy as part of its public health services.
IL: Amanda Harkimo's friend died in jail in Pasila
Media personality and DJ Amanda Harkimo discusses the tragic loss of her friend who died in police custody shortly before the deaths of her father and brother.
Keto Reduces Epilepsy: The Secret of Alternative Fuel for the Brain
A Swiss epilepsy association reports that the ketogenic diet may help reduce seizures in patients not adequately responding to traditional medications by changing the brain's energy sources.
Everyone for Santi: the trip that could change the life of a boy from Flores with cerebral palsy
Santi, a 10-year-old boy from Flores, Argentina, battles severe health issues including refractory epilepsy and cerebral palsy, and his family seeks funds for a life-changing treatment in Mexico.
Ingvi and his family's ordeal: insomnia, seizures, and no solutions
A family in Iceland is struggling with the lack of support and resources for their son Ingvi, who has severe health issues including epilepsy and developmental delays.
Fresnes: an investigation opened after the death of an inmate in his cell
An investigation has been launched following the death of a 19-year-old inmate in Fresnes prison, who suffered a seizure despite attempts to alert the guards.
Man found dead at home by ex-girlfriend in Iracema
A 36-year-old man was discovered dead in his home by his ex-girlfriend in Iracema, Brazil, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.
The Health Authority wants to make epilepsy medication illegal
The Danish Health Authority is advocating for the illegalization of gabapentinoids, a type of medication increasingly misused by young people as a recreational drug.
Disabled driver ‘dragged out of car and beaten’ after seizure and crash
A disabled driver in Kent claims he was brutally attacked by another motorist after suffering a seizure and crashing his car.
EastEnders' Nugget receives devastating diagnosis amid 'hidden condition'
A character named Nugget in EastEnders will be diagnosed with epilepsy, addressing the impact of this hidden condition.
Original campaign of our country for the International Epilepsy Day
Greece launches an awareness campaign for International Epilepsy Day aimed at promoting understanding and inclusivity for individuals with epilepsy.
Young people have started using epilepsy medication as a drug
Young people in Denmark are increasingly misusing epilepsy medication, specifically Lyrica, alongside traditional opioids like opium and morphine.
She doesn't walk, doesn't speak, but loves fast rides and the wind in her hair, says the mother of a girl with severe epilepsy
A mother discusses her daughter’s love for speed and the wind, despite her severe epilepsy and non-verbal condition, as part of a series highlighting distinctive family lifestyles.
NHS issues warning to anyone who has been prescribed Clonazepam
The NHS has issued a warning for individuals prescribed clonazepam, advising them to consult their doctor, particularly if they have been using the medication for an extended period.
Epilepsy breakthrough as new AI-powered headset predicts seizures in advance
Scientists in Scotland have developed an AI-powered headset that can predict epileptic seizures minutes before they occur, potentially transforming seizure management.