FDA OKs first drug containing marijuana-derived ingredient
Medication will be used to treat two severe forms of epilepsy.
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- June 27, 2018
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Patient Story
‘It changed my whole world’
After suffering years of debilitating seizures, a mother finds hope in a team of doctors and regains life after brain surgery.
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- April 20, 2018
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Busting epilepsy myths
A doctor sets the record straight on 5 common misconceptions about this neurological condition.
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- December 19, 2017
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Patient Story
‘I was brave’
Diagnosed with epilepsy two years ago, 6-year-old Maci Nichols now enjoys life free of seizures and medication.
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- December 8, 2017
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Dietitian weighs in on the keto diet
'I wouldn’t recommend the ketogenic diet for weight loss,' expert warns.
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- September 17, 2017
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Seizure-tracking devices make big strides
The newest wearable technologies are more reliable than seizure diaries — and they can notify caregivers.
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- August 5, 2017
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Patient Story
‘The most perfect little guy’
Sweet and smiley Camden Cardona has a rare genetic disease―tuberous sclerosis―and a team of experts to help him.
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- June 26, 2017
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‘Silent’ seizures tied to Alzheimer’s symptoms
Researchers suggest they're a potential target for treating the disease.
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- May 15, 2017
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Patient Story
‘We stand together fighting epilepsy’
Skyler Moomey, 15, is battling convulsive seizures. And winning.
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- May 1, 2017
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Epilepsy: Another potential Zika threat
CDC team says up to half of infants exposed to the virus develop seizures.
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- April 24, 2017
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Scientists ID brain’s epilepsy network
After a century of stagnation in treatment, compelling discovery could usher in new medications.
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- December 23, 2016
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Empower children with their health
Feeling they have control over their chronic conditions helps, researchers say.
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- August 25, 2016
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