For people with epilepsy, dehydration can act as a seizure trigger. Staying hydrated and cool is an important part of ...

Infantile spasms (IS, or West Syndrome) was first described by Dr. William James West in the 1840s. IS is considered an age-specific epilepsy. Seizures typically begin in an infant between 3 and 8 ...

An absence seizure causes a short period of “blanking out” or staring into space. Like other kinds of seizures, they are caused by brief abnormal electrical activity in a person’s brain. Some key ...

People think of different things when they hear the term “healthy living.” Many people with epilepsy report good health despite their seizures. Others find that seizures affect their overall health in ...

Monthly Symposium Educational Seminars In-service training for professionals, including school personnel, law enforcement, medical personnel, service providers and employers. Classroom presentations ...

Some people may find that seizures occur in a pattern or are more likely to occur in certain situations. Sometimes, it's just by chance, but other times it’s not. Keeping track of any factors that may ...

Autumn is here and if you are like us, you are ready for cooler weather, warm apple cider and gourds and pumpkins everywhere! This fall, the Epilepsy Foundation needs your help to raise awareness and ...

For about 3% of people with epilepsy, exposure to flashing lights at certain intensities or to certain visual patterns can trigger seizures. This condition is known as photosensitive epilepsy or ...