Epilepsy Talk
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Hi, I am Phyllis. I had epilepsy for decades. My mission is advocacy; to increase education, awareness and funding for epilepsy research. Together, we can make a huge difference. If not changing the world, at least helping each other, with wisdom, compassion and sharing.
Epilepsy Talk
2d ago
A study by Johns Hopkins researchers shows that a fifth of U.S. neurologists appear unaware of serious drug safety risks associated with various anti-epilepsy drugs, potentially jeopardizing the health of patients who could be just as effectively treated with safer alternative medications ..read more
Epilepsy Talk
5d ago
For 30 years, U.S. News & World Report's rankings and advice have served as a valuable reference when making life's toughest decisions. They've rated the Best Hospitals, Best Colleges, and Best Insurance to guide readers through some of life’s most complicated decisions. Take a look at some of the top categories their users have found helpful ..read more
Epilepsy Talk
1w ago
The pharmaceutical supply chain is broken, but if you’re facing a drug shortage, you have more power than you think ..read more
Epilepsy Talk
2w ago
Modern medicine can do miraculous things — but every test and treatment has its downside. And your doctor may not disclose the dangers without prompting, a recent survey finds ..read more
Epilepsy Talk
2w ago
Yes. You’ve got it. If you don’t believe me, look at this statistic: places where chocolate consumption is highest have the most Nobel Prize recipients! Here’s the deal ..read more
Epilepsy Talk
3w ago
Friendship…trust…caring…sharing…romance. The question is; how do you get there? Especially when you have epilepsy? Well for me, it was a very rocky road ..read more
Epilepsy Talk
3w ago
Instead of humane and compassionate treatment, doctors, hospitals and the legal system are treating epilepsy patients with little or no regard for their condition. Here are some chilling examples ..read more
Epilepsy Talk
1M ago
"I got a concussion. I didn’t get better. It turned out even my doctors had bought into a powerful myth." You're told to rest. Engage in no activities. Just the wrong thing for your brain. Not what you would think, eh ..read more
Epilepsy Talk
1M ago
If you thought you were depressed before, wait till you finish this paragraph. Researchers say popular painkillers could block the effects of antidepressants like Celexa, Zoloft, Paxil, Prozac or Lexapro ..read more
Epilepsy Talk
1M ago
“When I was getting my first ever gyno exam at age 21, I winced at the pain of her inserting the speculum, and she scoffed and said, ‘Oh stop, it’s no bigger than your boyfriend.’” — Nicole, 23, New York, NY ..read more