While some health issues are visible to the outside world, many people face chronic conditions that don’t have externally visible signs or symptoms—also known as invisible illnesses. In this mindbodygreen series, we’re giving individuals with invisible illnesses a platform to share their personal experiences. Our hope is their stories will shed light on these conditions […]
August 22, 2023 | Epilepsy, Epilepsy in women, Human Interest Epilepsy, Medicine, Mental Health, Seizures
As a large population of patients with epilepsy ages, risk of hyponatremia has become an important clinical concern, in which monitoring of serum sodium levels when receiving antiseizure medications or antipsychotics (ASMs) may help identify and minimize the risk of hyponatremia in patients with epilepsy. “Although hyponatremia is a frequent problem associated with epilepsy, to our knowledge, […]
August 21, 2023 | Epilepsy, Human Interest Epilepsy, Neurology, Prevention, Seizures
Ricardo Quevedo He is a comedian and film actor who has participated in various productions such as “Comedians of the Night”, “You don’t know who I am?”, “Hell has gone to us” and others. Although in recent months Quevedo has been focusing on various theatrical projects and has also been part of the “Los de la […]
August 17, 2023 | Epilepsy, Human Interest Epilepsy, Seizures
ORLANDO, Fla. — As students head back into the classroom for a new school year, some may be taking ongoing challenges — like health concerns — with them. A Harris Poll on behalf of the nonprofit On Our Sleeves Movement for Children’s Mental Health found that 71% of American parents say their children experienced challenges last school […]
August 15, 2023 | Epilepsy, Epilepsy in children, Epilepsy in seniors, Epilepsy in women, Human Interest Epilepsy, News, Seizures, Support
Derek the yellow Labrador is six months into his training with Sheffield-based charity Support Dogs. Staff at the organization’s training center, in Brightside, train assistance dogs for autistic children, adults with epilepsy, and adults with serious physical conditions such as multiple Sclerosis or cerebral palsy. Derek’s trainer, Lottie Barlow, says he would be perfect for […]
August 14, 2023 | Epilepsy, Seizure dogs, Seizures, Service Dogs
Doctor diagnosed the bride with Prenuptial Seizures, due to the high stress and lack of sleep prior to the ceremony Do not neglect your medications, even on the day of the wedding. Prioritize ample rest and minimize stress both before and on your special day. This advice comes from a doctor, prompted by a bride’s […]
August 10, 2023 | Epilepsy, Epilepsy in women, Human Interest Epilepsy, Neurology, Seizures