The Epilepsy Foundation of America is proud to announce the appointment of Courtney Caputo as Chair of the National Board of Directors.

Photosensitive epilepsy is more common in children and adolescents, especially those with generalized epilepsy and with certain epilepsy syndromes, such as juvenile myoclonic epilepsy and epilepsy ...

A special person in my support system is the person I was able to say, “I do” on my wedding day. As a teenager, I was not sure I would be able to share my life with someone else. My wife has witnessed ...

It's a good idea to speak to your roommate about epilepsy and your need for daily medicine. Roommates are like extensions of family members and it's important that you feel comfortable taking your ...

Observing Seizures Tips Seizure Observation Recording - What to observe before, during and after seizures Seizure Description Form - (English and Spanish) - Describing seizures with pictures This ...

The Epilepsy Foundation is your unwavering ally on your journey with epilepsy and seizures. The Foundation is a community-based, family-led organization dedicated to improving the lives of all people ...

Two new anti-seizure drugs have moved forward in the testing and approval process. Potiva, known generically as ezogabine or retigabine was recommended for approval by an FDA advisory panel, although ...

The Epilepsy Foundation's empowER&D program uses strategic partnerships to improve epilepsy care. The platform collects, analyses, & uses data.

What Is Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)? Hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) is a condition that happens when there is a loss of oxygen and/or reduced blood flow to the brain. It most commonly ...

Which reversible birth control options may be less effective for people with epilepsy? Some hormonal birth control options may be LESS effective at preventing pregnancy when they are paired with ...

When Cassidy was younger, she told her mother that she wanted to do something to raise awareness for epilepsy. During her conversation, Cassidy’s mother mentioned that lavender was the color ...

How is it diagnosed? Your healthcare team will diagnose FFEVF based on seizure history, family history, and other testing. Your doctor may ask for a referral to an epilepsy geneticist or a genetics ...