Epilepsy Blog Relay™: Caring for a sick spouse
We have all felt it, that tiredness and loneliness that comes from taking care of a sick spouse. But when you have a spouse with epilepsy, life takes on a whole new meaning.… Read More
Healthcare Debate: Leila’s Take on Managing the Cost of a Preexisting Condition
When I calculate the cost of each medication I take, I could be paying over $1000 per month to manage my epilepsy if I did not have insurance to help.… Read More
Healthcare Debate: Rachel’s Take on Living Without Healthcare Insurance
The future of healthcare in the United States has become frightening and scary for our family since three of my four family members have epilepsy.… Read More
Healthcare Debate: Abby’s Take on Living with a Preexisting Condition
Those working on the new healthcare bill that doesn’t cover preexisting conditions must NOT have any loved ones who are affected by one. … Read More
Leila’s Ideas: Having a Pity Party
Epilepsy, and life in general, presents all sorts of hurdles; I like to overcome them with perseverance and joy. But lately, I don’t feel like overcoming them…and when I do, it’s not with joy. I feel like having my very own pity party.… Read More
2nd Annual Epilepsy Netathon on Sat May 6
Mark your calendar for the online event this Saturday May 6, 10am-6pm pst ( 1-9pm est ) , the “TALK ABOUT IT for Epilepsy” Netathon… Read More
Maria’s Story: My Son Mark and His New Diagnosis of Epilepsy
This personal epilepsy story was submitted by Maria. She’s hoping for encouragement as her son and his new diagnosis of epilepsy. Comment to show support.… Read More
Karl’s Story: The Gift of Epilepsy
In 1997, I would not have said Epilepsy was a gift. However, back then I was a 21 year old soldier on a peacekeeping mission in Bosnia. … Read More