Epilepsy Health Center

Understanding Epileptic Seizures

There is currently no cure for epilepsy, but with the right treatment, most people with the condition can lead normal, fulfilling lives. Read More

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Estimated percentage of those with epilepsy who experience seizures despite treatment.

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Epilepsy Glossary

Epilepsy

Generalized tonic-clonic seizure

Partial (focal) seizure

Petit mal seizure

Dispelling the Top 5 Epilepsy Myths

Although much is still unknown about epilepsy, experts agree that these common myths are not true. Read More

Health by the Numbers: Epilepsy

US court rules again against vaccine-autism claims

Fri, March 12, 2010

Vaccines that contain a mercury-based preservative called thimerosal cannot cause autism on their own, a special U.S. court... Read More

EU/India trade pact could limit cheap drugs - MSF

Fri, March 12, 2010

Court to decide if vaccine makers can be sued

Mon, March 8, 2010

Child seizure study finds oldest drug works best

Thu, March 4, 2010

A bottle of pills to kick the bottle?

Thu, February 25, 2010

Planning for Pregnancy When You Have Epilepsy

Epilepsy does not have to stand in the way of a pregnancy. The best way to ensure a safe and healthy baby is to discuss your...

Mechanisms of Pediatric Epilepsy

Video Games and Epilepsy in Children

How to Know Which Epilepsy Drug Is Right for You

Epilepsy Tip: Epilepsy and School

If your child has epilepsy, there are steps you can take to encourage a more accepting environment at school. Most importantly, meet with your child's teacher before the beginning of each school year to discuss how epilepsy affects your child, the type of seizures he has, and how they should be handled.