Meet Joel and “Flame” the Medikidz wonder dog
Meet Joel Wilcox and his 5 lb papillon seizure assistance dog, Flame, the stars of a new comic book, Medikidz Explain Seizure Assistance Dogs.… Read More
Raise epilepsy awareness like a superstar
Check out these epilepsy awareness superstars. They are making a difference for women, children and teens living with epilepsy, each in their own way.… Read More
How are you celebrating Epilepsy Awareness Month?
If you are doing something for epilepsy awareness month and want to get the word out, let us know. … Read More
Code4Armour™: medical alert band speaks when you can’t
Code4Armour™ recently unveiled a battery-free, shock and water resistant medical alert band. The band works with a mobile app to provide medical information.… Read More
Letter to the Editor: Paying through the nose
To the Editor: I was diagnosed with Epilepsy in May 2012. In December 2012 I had 2 seizures at home and my family called 911. They took me to the hospital because I had another when they were here to be monitored for three days. The hospital advised DMV and suspended my … Read More
A Mother’s Day Story: On Being a Mom with Epilepsy
My life is the same as any other Mom. I wake up in the morning to my kids in my bed snuggled in next to me. I wouldn’t have it any other way. The difference in my case, however, is that heavy stress and lack of sleep are seizure triggers for me. … Read More
Dan’s Story: Running with seizures and not even know it
Knee tendinitis, ankles that sprain easily … most marathon runners are nagged by a particular body part that is prone to injury. My nag is my head. I have epilepsy that, for whatever reason, tends to be provoked by running. I’ll be in the middle of a run, cruising along, feeling great, and – bam! – suddenly have a seizure. Bummer when you’re trying to set a personal record.… Read More
Running2Live: It’s really stinking cold
Okay, I have to be honest, I haven’t been running these past few weeks. But I have to say it has been really stinkin’ cold. So I thought I would share I few pics I’ve taken lately. I’ve made a few snow angels. I’ve taken Puppy for a few long walks. … Read More