May 19, 2016- The Huffington Post A little boy diagnosed with a rare epilepsy syndrome now has doctors around the world — and supportive Facebook users — keeping up with his condition. In March, Maryland 5-year-old Cameron Longley was admitted to the hospital after having seizures that seemed to be…...
Britain’s Got Talent finalist Wayne Woodward opens up as he reveals epilepsy diagnosis
By Warren Manger –Daily Record May 28, 2016 BRITAIN’S Got Talent star Wayne Woodward has revealed how he suffered a terrifying epileptic fit moments after winning through to tonight’s final. Singer Wayne collapsed backstage without warning after singing Frank Sinatra’s That’s Life and nearly bit through his tongue. At the…...
10-year-old raises money for children’s hospital
By Jesse Buchanan – Meriden Record- Journal June 8, 2016 When the speaker stopped working on an iPad used by the Connecticut Children’s Medical Center to help teach pronunciation, 10-year-old Gavin Haines wanted to get a replacement. Since then his fundraising — which has included bake sales, donations from businesses,…...
Brain pacemaker reduces seizures in patients (featuring Board Member – Dr. Tarek Zakaria)
By Kristi Krueger – Local News 10 June 07, 2016 HOLLYWOOD, Fla. – Spider-man was a lucky guy – one bite from an eight-legged creature gave him superpowers. When a brown spider bit Krystle Thrasher, 29, it caused five years of debilitating seizures. “I get very confused after,” Thraser said, describing the…...
Spreading Awareness and Healing Lives at the Epilepsy Foundation of Florida
By Marina I. Jokic – Florida State Homes One of the most important services provided by EFOF is individualized case management or tailored health plans for patients and their families. Those affected by epilepsy also have the choice to join a support group; there are a variety of group meetings on…...
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