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I AM THE DEV SERVER. Quick Links: About Epilepsy | Find a Doctor | First Aid | Newly Diagnosed | Medications | Women & Epilepsy | State Driving Laws | Newsletters | For the Media Epilepsy Foundation Board Chair Testifies on ADA RestorationTony Coelho, Chair of the Board of the Epilepsy Foundation, testified today before the House Judiciary Committee, Subcommittee on the Constitution, at an oversight hearing on the Americans with Disabilities Act. Coelho, who has epilepsy, was the original author of the bill and expressed concern that the protections originally intended within the law were fading and that critical gaps threaten to erode the promise of the legislation. More... » Epilepsy Foundation Statement Commending the Committee (PDF) Epilepsy and Mood DisordersDoes epilepsy impact your mood? The Epilepsy Foundation is hosting an online chat with Frank Gilliam, M.D., M.P.H., on Tuesday, September 19 to discuss the importance of screening for depression, anxiety and other mood disorders. You can ask questions in advance, then join us for an engaging discussion with one of the creators of the new online screening tool. » Neurological Disorders Depression Inventory for Epilepsy screening tool More NewsStudy Shows Post-Surgical Verbal Memory Decline 09.08.06 WHO: Majority of Patients Have No Access to Treatment 08.31.2006 Atkins for Kids May Prevent Seizures 08.21.06 Ordinary Brain Cells May Have Stem Cell Healing Power 08.18.2006 Naturally Occurring Brain Protein Is Promising Epilepsy Treatment 08.16.2006 Neurosurgeons Try New Technique to Map Seizure Source 08.10.2006 Sports & RecreationFor several dozen youngsters in Western Pennsylvania, the end of August was marked not with wistfulness at the end of summer, but with anticipation of a special treat. Pittsburgh Steelers All-Pro guard Alan Faneca invited a group of kids and their families from the local Epilepsy Foundation to visit Steelers training camp. » Faneca's Fans at Football Training Camp |
Out of the Shadows
Let’s eliminate the stigma around epilepsy in a single generation. Join "Evanescence" lead singer Amy Lee as she helps us bring epilepsy “Out of the Shadows.” 'Epilepsy and Behavior' Articles
The Epilepsy Foundation and the journal 'Epilepsy and Behavior' have formed a unique partnership to provide articles to our readers. » Prognosis of seizure recurrence after stopping antiepileptic drugs in seizure-free patients; Legal HelpThe Epilepsy Legal Defense Fund helps people with epilepsy fight discrimination by providing legal guidance and attorney referrals. Bill of Rights
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