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Researchers identify potential treatment target for genetic type of epilepsy

A team of researchers discovered a possible target for treating a hereditary form of epilepsy. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Widely used epilepsy drugs tied to rare, deadly side effect, FDA warns

The announcement comes after the FDA became aware of more than 40 cases of "DRESS syndrome" linked to the seizure medications levetiracetam and clobazam.

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Health: Brain waves discovered during sleep can guard against epileptic activity

During the memory task, researchers found that the "wake" slow waves reduced nerve cell activity and so affected cognitive performance. Read further on Dynamite News:

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MSG Sphere: Sadiq Khan blocked venue after being warned it could trigger fits in people with epilepsy

Exclusive: Independent report commissioned by City Hall warned lights would affect people with 'metal health issues, dementia, autism, and epilepsy'

Evening Standard

Pediatric Epilepsy: Causes, symptoms, and management

Seizures are commonly known as fits, convulsions, shocks, epilepsy, or episodes. These episodes typically manifest as abnormal movements throughout the body or on one side of the body, unusual spasms in the eyes and face, abnormal sensations, momentary loss of consciousness, peculiar behaviour, vacant stares, or excessive daydreaming. Pediatric epilepsy…

The Times of India

Yoga may reduce seizure frequency in epilepsy patients, scientists claim

Yoga also found to reduce stigma experienced by patients

The Independent UK

Doing Yoga May Help Reduce Seizures And Anxiety In Epilepsy Patients

New research found that yoga can help reduce feelings of stigma around epilepsy.

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Personalized Deep Brain Stimulation Device May Quiet OCD Compulsions

A novel type of deep brain stimulation known as responsive deep brain stimulation helped improve symptoms in a woman with severe OCD, according to a new study.

Inverse

Trevor Monerville: Coroner criticises ‘unacceptable’ care of Black epileptic man who died in prison

Exclusive: Healthcare and prison officers ignored ‘multiple warnings’ about prisoner’s condition amid a ‘woeful’ lack of understanding around his seizures, lawyers claim

The Independent UK

Brain cells, interrupted: How some genes may cause autism, epilepsy and schizophrenia

Researchers have identified 46 genes that can disrupt a process that is critical to early brain development. The finding could help scientists find new treatments for disorders including autism.

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Boy Forces Change In Law After Online Trolls Sparked Seizure

“I say it all the time, but I’m so proud of Zach and his achievements.

Zenger

Youngster celebrates new law after campaign against trolls targeting epilepsy

Zach’s Law has made it illegal to post flashing images online to trigger epileptic seizures, following a campaign by Zach Eagling, 12.

The Independent UK

The key to depression, obesity, alcoholism – and more? Why the vagus nerve is so exciting to scientists

Stimulating the vagus nerve is being hyped as the simplest way to reduce stress, dampen anxiety – and could even curb obesity. But what exactly is it? And how does tickling your ear help?

The Guardian - UK

What is sudden unexpected death in epilepsy, and what causes it?

When 20-year-old Disney Channel star Cameron Boyce died of “sudden unexpected death in epilepsy” (known as SUDEP) in 2019, his parents had not even heard of the condition.

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Nellore neurologist elected Indian Epilepsy Association’s Secretary General

Dr. Bindu Menon, a noted neurologist from Nellore, has been elected as secretary general of the Indian Epilepsy Association

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Nothing phone (2) epilepsy warning — we asked an expert (exclusive)

The Nothing phone (2) is here, but if you have photosensitive epilepsy, I’d think twice about clicking that pre-order button.

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Immune cells in the brain may reduce damage during seizures and promote recovery, according to study in mice

Seizures are like sudden electrical storms in the brain. Seizure disorders like epilepsy affect over 65 million people worldwide and can have profound effects on a person’s quality of life, cognitive function and overall well-being. Prolonged seizures called status epilepticus can cause lasting brain damage.

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60 diseases and conditions linked to drinking alcohol like beer and wine - from cancer to epilepsy

Researchers have analysed data identifying that alcohol increases the risk of around 61 diseases and conditions - some of which were never previously linked to boozing

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Having an out-of-body experience? Blame this sausage-shaped piece of your brain

An obscure bit of brain tissue appears critical to both out-of-body experiences and our sense of being anchored to a physical self.

The Independent UK

Pittsburgh synagogue killer has extensive history of mental illness, defense expert testifies

A neurologist says a gunman who massacred 11 worshippers at a Pittsburgh synagogue has schizophrenia and epilepsy

Daily Mirror

'Talented' student 'who did anything for anyone' dies after epileptic fit aged 18

Abigail Eldridge from Cornwall, has been described as a "loving and supportive sister" to her older brother Charlie, as well as being a "caring friend with a great sense of humour"

Irish Mirror

€30k raised in 24 hours for little Irish girl who needs life-saving medication

Clodagh has a severe form of epilepsy that causes her to have multiple seizures per day and sometimes go into cardiac arrest

Bristol Post

Innovative collaboration wins national award for enhancing epilepsy care

The work between Bristol-based med-tech start-up Neuronostics and the University of Plymouth earned the Partnership with Academia category at the Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards

Wales Online

Glastonbury 2023: What to do if you see someone having a seizure at a festival

Epilepsy is a condition that affects nearly 630,000 people in the UK

Daily Mirror

'I had a massive seizure in the street and a group of mystery angels saved my life'

Speaking following National Epilepsy Week, Jo Scott highlighted how she and others with the disorder have been mistaken for being drunk or high when they've had episodes in the past

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