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How does yoga help in controlling epilepsy and epileptic seizures?

Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures, which are sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbances in the brain. These seizures can vary widely in their severity, duration, and symptoms, depending on the areas of the brain affected. Common types of seizures include generalized seizures, which affect both sides of the…

The Times of India

Women must be told of sodium valproate risk to unborn babies

Letters: Readers respond to an article on how the epilepsy medication was prescribed to pregnant women despite the known risks

The Guardian - UK

What is the link between high fever and epileptic episodes? Know from the experts

High fever can trigger epileptic episodes, particularly in children. Febrile seizures, as it is referred to medically, is common in infants and toddlers, occur when body temperature rises rapidly. Monitoring and managing fever in susceptible individuals, especially children with a history of seizures, are crucial. Prompt fever management and medical…

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What's and How's of pediatric epilepsy

Epilepsy is a non-communicable chronic neurological disorder which impacts individuals across all age groups. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), epilepsy affects approximately 50 million individuals globally, making it one of the most prevalent neurological conditions worldwide. Pediatric epilepsy, a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures, presents unique challenges…

The Times of India

Replacing 'lost' enzyme could help treat debilitating childhood epilepsy

Scientists hope a breakthrough will lead to treatment for CDKL5 deficiency disorder

Evening Standard

Can menstrual cycles trigger seizures in epileptic women? Read this

The relationship between hormonal fluctuations and epilepsy has long intrigued researchers, particularly in the context of how menstrual cycles can influence seizure susceptibility in women with epilepsy. This phenomenon, known as catamenial epilepsy, sheds light on the complex interplay between hormones and neurological function. Understanding this connection is crucial for…

The Times of India

US Patient 'Happy Again' After Brain Implant Treats Epilepsy And OCD

American Amber Pearson used to wash her hands until they bled, terrified by the idea of contamination from everyday items, a debilitating result of her obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).

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UK Takes the Lead in Tackling Cyberbullying As Online Safety Act Gets Royal Assent

The Online Safety Act has become a law after years of campaigning to protect UK children and adults from cyberbullying and harassment including revenge porn and online trolls.

International Business Times UK

Seizures may be a cause of sudden unexplained child deaths

Footage from the nursery cameras of children who died of explained causes suggests that seizures are likely implicated in the tragedies.

LiveScience

NHS drug shortages are partly a political failure

Letters: Britain is pushing for patent changes in India that could increase the cost of generic drugs, writes Tim Bierley; plus letters from readers on the human cost of shortages

The Guardian - UK

Plane passenger upsets fellow travellers with flashing neon charger

‘Anyone with epilepsy around her is in legit danger,’ one comment reads

The Independent UK

New gene therapy 'significantly reduces seizures' for children with epilepsy

UCL expect to begin human trials of therapy within five years

Evening Standard

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:

Evening Standard

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'

The Times of India

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 Independent UK

Yoga may reduce seizure frequency in epilepsy patients, scientists claim

Yoga also found to reduce stigma experienced by patients

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Doing Yoga May Help Reduce Seizures And Anxiety In Epilepsy Patients

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

Inverse

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.

The Independent UK

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

WEKU

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.

The Independent UK

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 Guardian - 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?

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