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New Research Identifies Causes of Epilepsy Using Noninvasive Techniques

New Research Identifies Causes of Epilepsy Using Noninvasive Techniques

Researchers at UTA are conducting a study designing a new technique to identify seizure-inducing regions of children’s brains. Christos Papadelis, bioengineering professor of research, is studying new treatments for epilepsy with help from doctoral student Ludovica Corona. Their new methods aim to identify which areas of the brain cause a patient’s seizures using noninvasive techniques […]

6 Epilepsy and Seizure Myths to Forget About

6 Epilepsy and Seizure Myths to Forget About

If you’re unsure about what it means for someone to have epilepsy, that’s totally OK. Unfortunately, it’s not as widely discussed as it should be. Epilepsy can be complex, which can make it hard to understand. It’s a common condition that carries a huge stigma — largely because of the myths and misconceptions surrounding it. […]

Four CBD Oil Uses That Improve Your Overall Well Being

Four CBD Oil Uses That Improve Your Overall Well Being

CBD is rising in trend as people are getting aware of its health benefits. For many years, the use of Cannabidiol was considered illegal, just like the online Neosurf casino, but now you can use it legally in several forms. You may see CBD powder used in gyms to add to post-workout smoothies, use CBD oil […]

Epilepsy Could Become Easier to Pinpoint With Blood Test

Epilepsy Could Become Easier to Pinpoint With Blood Test

Summary: Higher levels of immune proteins are present in the blood both before and after an epileptic seizure. Researchers say the biomarkers can be identified via a simple blood test. Source: Lund University Researchers from Lund University in Sweden have discovered higher levels of immune proteins in the blood before and after an epileptic seizure. The possible […]

Growing up with Epilepsy: Changing Docs as you go

Growing up with Epilepsy: Changing Docs as you go

  Almost half a million American kids live with epilepsy and another 10 to 20 million have a chronic illness. As these younger patients grow up, many will need to start treatment with adult specialists, putting them at risk of falling through the cracks. Ivanhoe has more on transitioning care and learning to live in […]

IU opens research institute addressing stigma around mental health

IU opens research institute addressing stigma around mental health

Irsay Institute, funded by gift from Jim Irsay family, will further university’s research and training BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — A new research institute at Indiana University, made possible by a $3 million donation from the Jim Irsay family, has formally launched its mission to become a leading national center for addressing the stigma surrounding mental illness and […]

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