Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) researchers have helped develop a laser-based diamond sensor that could change the way brain disorders are detected. New technology could revolutionise the way doctors detect concussion, epilepsy, and dementia, and help give patients forewarning about their conditions. Researchers from Melbourne’s RMIT University have helped develop a laser-based diamond sensor, […]
July 05, 2022 | Education, Epilepsy, Neurology, News, Research, Seizures, Technology
Some people with epilepsy may find it impacts their sex life. This may be due to physical changes from the condition, medications, or emotional issues around epilepsy and sex. Certain types of epilepsy may cause changes in the brain that impact sexual desire and arousal. Some epilepsy medications may affect sex drive or hormone levels which can also impact […]
July 01, 2022 | Causes, Depression, Education, Epilepsy, First Aid for Seizures, Human Interest Epilepsy, Medicine, Neurology, News, Prevention, Research, Seizures, Support, Technology
Known for his role as a pilot in “Star Wars,” actor Greg Grunberg has traded in his flight suit to travel cross country to bring awareness to epilepsy care, treatment and patient needs. In February 2022, Grunberg debuted the YouTube series “The Care Giver,” in which he travels the United States to share stories of those in […]
June 25, 2022 | Education, Epilepsy, Human Interest Epilepsy, Neurology, News, Prevention, Seizures
Japan’s Health Ministry is considering reforming the nation’s cannabis laws to provide for the legal use of medical cannabis. A panel comprised of Japan Health Ministry experts met last week to continue discussions regarding revisions to Japan’s 1948 Cannabis Control Law. It’s the latest step in what will likely be a very lengthy process to explore legalizing […]
June 03, 2022 | Cannabis Derived Medicine, Education, Epilepsy, Human Interest Epilepsy, Medicine, News, Seizures
An atonic seizure occurs when there is a sudden loss of muscle tone. People with atonic seizures may suddenly drop things or fall to the ground if standing. Many different factors can cause atonic seizures. Doctors typically treat them with antiepileptic drugs (AEDs). Atonic seizures typically start in childhood and can continue into adulthood. Sometimes […]
April 25, 2022 | Education, Epilepsy, Seizure Types, Seizures
As you know, when we deal with medicine and science, our primary advice is always to be followed by specialists in the field. Never improvise! Health is not a joke. But today we give you some tips not to underestimate these symptoms. Seemingly harmless, they could be hiding something very serious. Headache, mental slowdown, nausea, […]
April 19, 2022 | Education, Epilepsy, Migraine, News, Research, Seizure Detection, Seizures