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Author Archives: Whitney Petit

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30 Jul 2021

Epilepsy Blog Relay: Finding a New Doctor while Living with Epilepsy

by Whitney Petit | 0

It was back to the drawing board for me. I was left wondering if I could get lucky twice when it came to choosing a new doctor while living with epilepsy.

14 Nov 2019

Epilepsy Blog Relay: A letter to young Whit

by Whitney Petit | 1

Sunovion is proud to share the story of #MyEpilepsyHero Whitney Petit, who offers a window into the ups and downs she experienced while growing up with epilepsy. 

2 Jun 2019

Epilepsy Blog Relay: My Journey to Seizure Control

by Whitney Petit | 0

Whitney share info on her journey to thriving in everyday life while managing epilepsy, self-care and behind the scenes of my advocacy work.

8 Jun 2018

Epilepsy Blog Relay: Whitney asks the hard questions about epilepsy clinical trials

by Whitney Petit | 0

This post is part of the Epilepsy Blog Relay™, which will run from June 1 to June 30, 2018.  Follow along! Whitney’s Story My blog, Changing Focus: Epilepsy, is all about taking control of your life with epilepsy. I openly share my personal struggles and triumphs while providing tools to help you … Read More

12 Nov 2017

Epilepsy Blog Relay™: Whitney changes her relationship to food

by Whitney Petit | 0

I started reading about diets and chronic illnesses but was skeptical of it all. I decided to change my relationship with food to better control my seizures.

13 Jun 2017

Epilepsy Blog Relay™: Whitney’s Story

by Whitney Petit | 0

Whitney Petit is an Epilepsy Blogger, Speaker & Advocate who takes us on life’s journey through her blog Changing Focus:Epilepsy Edition.

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19 Mar 2017

Epilepsy Blog Relay™: Whitney shares her journey with TLE

by Whitney Petit | 0

From Whitney: It’s time I share my story, my journey with TLE, and join the fight to raise awareness. I want to help others who are too afraid to speak up.

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