| Press Release: Patients Urged to Take Action in Response to New CDC Data Washington, DC, August 8, 2008 — The Epilepsy Foundation urges people who have experienced seizures to take advantage of a new resource, NoMoreSeizures.org, to become active partners in managing their treatment for the condition. This announcement comes as a new multi-state study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals that about 1% of adults have active epilepsy, and many may not be receiving the best medical treatment. More... » View past press releases |
From 'EpilepsyUSA' Magazine:

Examining the root causes of epilepsy may lead to preventing the onset of epilepsy.
By Brenda Patoine
Sports Features:
Mike Simmel knows a thing or two about overcoming obstacles, staring down adversity and, yes, even saving the day.
Living with epilepsy for 25 years hasn't stopped IronMan Triathlon competitor Mark Ashby from breaking barriers.
Diagnosed with epilepsy at age 15, All-Pro NFL Guard Faneca never let his condition stop him.
Gunn, U.S. hockey team goalie, talks about having epilepsy growing up, and as a young sports star.
Arts Features:
Garth Stein's novel focuses on the challenges of epilepsy -- from a very personal perspective.
"The Lost Prince" garners three Emmys and a special award from the Epilepsy Foundation.