David, an 18-year-old from Fribourg, surprised everyone by completing his apprenticeship with top grades, four years after being diagnosed with a brain tumor and undergoing multiple surgeries and radiation treatments.
An Albanian lawyer stated that one of his clients, currently in pre-trial detention, suffers from epilepsy and should not be held. He also noted that police filed identical charges despite having video footage.
Pharmacists and GPs report that NHS patients in the UK are experiencing the most severe drug shortages on record, affecting common painkillers, epilepsy medication, and HRT, posing risks to health.
Schneider Children’s Medical Center of Israel in Petah Tikva has administered the world's first experimental gene therapy for a rare genetic epilepsy, marking a significant advance in precision genetic therapies for neurological disorders.
Individuals with epilepsy in Bosnia and Herzegovina are encountering significant issues, including a shortage of medications, extended waiting periods for examinations, and social stigma.
Renowned French comic creator David B. talks about the release of his new learning journey 'El señor Búho y el País de los Muertos' and announces the continuation of his acclaimed work 'Epiléptico,' drawing from his brother's experiences with epilepsy.
A major Belgian pharmaceutical company has completed the acquisition of an American firm specializing in treatments for epilepsy. This strategic move aims to expand the Belgian giant's portfolio in neurological disorders.
A "Be Human" campaign is underway to raise funds for the treatments of siblings Vanja (19) and Minja (17) Kraljević, who face challenges with autism, with Vanja also being treated for epilepsy.
SK Biopharmaceuticals announced it has submitted a new drug application to the US Food and Drug Administration for an oral suspension formulation of its epilepsy drug, Cenobamate, seeking approval in addition to the existing tablet form.
A report highlights the challenges of living with epilepsy in Poland, emphasizing the prevalence of myths and a general lack of public awareness regarding the diverse manifestations of the neurological condition.
More than 55,000 people in Bulgaria are affected by epilepsy, a neurological disorder. The article highlights the prevalence of the condition in the country.
There is growing concern over the significant increase in the number of children and young people diagnosed with epilepsy in recent years, prompting questions about public understanding and support for patients.
Lisbon's Baixa-Chiado district is hosting an event to mark Purple Day, the World Epilepsy Awareness Day on March 26th, aiming to combat misinformation and stigma surrounding the condition.
A British public broadcaster has reported on a new drug designed to treat epilepsy, specifically a rare and severe form that typically manifests in infancy. Clinical trials for the medication are currently underway.
People with neurological conditions such as epilepsy, migraine, Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis should consult their physicians and undergo detailed evaluations before d...
Viktorija Arnotienė sought support for her daughter Nikolė, who suffers from severe epilepsy and paralysis in her legs and one arm, having been born prematurely and suffered a stroke.
June 23rd marks Dravet Syndrome Awareness Day, focusing on this rare form of epilepsy that causes frequent seizures from an early age, often accompanied by delayed psychological development and behavioral disorders.
A man with epilepsy will face trial in Varna, Bulgaria, for causing the death of two people in a car accident due to recklessness and overconfidence, according to the District Prosecutor's Office.
A new veterinary diagnostic center in Rumšiškės, Lithuania, led by neurologist Mindaugas Rakauskas, is providing advanced care for pets suffering from complex neurological conditions like coordination issues and epilepsy.
A former combat engineer with the Canadian Armed Forces has been appealing for disability benefits related to his epilepsy for two years, as the seizures that began on base continue to impact his life.
A Spanish company, INB, has completed the first human study confirming the safety and superiority of graphene as a brain interface, offering hope for treatments for Parkinson's and epilepsy.
Justė, a mother in Lithuania, faces thousands in expenses for her 9-year-old daughter Laura, who has cerebral palsy and epilepsy, with little state support.
Researchers have identified a faulty gene linked to severe epilepsy, offering new hope for children affected by the disorder and suggesting millions globally could be carriers.
An expert meeting was held at the Institute for Children's Diseases in Montenegro on Epilepsy Awareness Day, focusing on modern treatment for children and aiming to improve knowledge in the field.
One percent of Croatians live with epilepsy, with many concealing their diagnosis due to fear of job loss and social stigma, prompting an association to call for increased awareness.
SK Biopharmaceuticals has officially launched its epilepsy drug Cenobamate, marketed as Yifurui, in China, marking its full-scale commercialization in one of the world's largest pharmaceutical markets.
An epilepsy drug, whose production had been halted, is expected to be available again in North Macedonia within three weeks, with Belupo, the sole registered distributor, confirming its return to the market.
Consultant Psychiatrist and Chief Executive Officer of the Mental Health Authority Dr Eugene Dordoye, has emphasised that epilepsy is a neurological condition, not a mental health disorder, in a bid…
Jamie Bell and Elle Fanning lead a starry cast in this clumsy satire that provides little fascination in a wealthy family’s suffocating lives
Since Jesse Armstrong’s Succession and Emerald Fennell’s Saltburn, wealthy, spoilt, dysfunctional siblings are the new rock’n’roll, and now here is a film from Greek screenwriter Efthimis Filippou (co-author of Yorgos Lanthimos’s Alps and Dogtooth) and directed by Karim Aïnouz. It is a weird-wave contrivance concerning a messed-up US plutocrat clan living in Spain, freely remade from Marco Bellocchio’s 1965 film Fists in the Pocket. Their bizarre and cartoony secrets, involving sex abuse, manipulation and self-harm, are satirically symptomatic of capitalism and the patriarchy, and how the rich, however entrepreneurial and smart, create a next-gen class of useless drones, on whose behalf all this wealth has supposedly been accumulated. I have to admit to finding it heavy-handed and clumsy more often than not, although there are some good performances, notably from Jamie Bell and Elle Fanning.
A strange extended family lives in a luxurious modernist house; the father (Tracy Letts) is a blind widower haunted by the memories of his late wife (Pamela Anderson) who was savaged by wolves in a nearby forest. His grownup children, infantilised by wealth, all live there: highly strung Robert (Lukas Gage) has epilepsy, and is entrusted with supervising his father’s horse riding; Anna (Riley Keough) is a talentless singer-songwriter; and Ed (Callum Turner) is a would-be fashionista. First among equals is Jack (Jamie Bell), who has the intimate honour of helping his father with his nightly teeth-cleaning; their mother’s teeth were always dazzlingly white.
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An Albanian protester, Niko Qarkaj, was hospitalized via ambulance after his lawyer alleged he was subjected to police violence and denied assistance during epileptic crises while in custody. The lawyer also stated Qarkaj is on a hunger strike and that human rights organizations have been notified.
Deaundra Vega quit her job to care for her husband with severe epilepsy and found a little-known program that provided training and now pays her for her caregiving role.
Zagreb will host its inaugural Purple Festival, a musical event dedicated to supporting children with epilepsy and raising awareness about the condition and associated prejudices.
A mother recounts her experience raising her 14-year-old daughter, Agátka, who lives with multiple complex health conditions including cerebral palsy, ADHD, and severe epilepsy, highlighting the lack of support for parents.
New Zealand's Education Ministry is facing criticism over changes to a rural school bus service in Hawke's Bay. A nine-year-old student with epilepsy and other medical needs now has to travel 3km to the nearest transport point.
The Montenegrin "Budi human" foundation has successfully collected money for necessary treatments for siblings Vanja (19) and Minja (17), who both have autism, with Vanja also battling epilepsy.
A former high school athlete from North Jersey, known for his courage and spirit despite battling cerebral palsy and epilepsy, has died at the age of 22.
A Hungarian biotech company is developing a gene therapy approach that targets specific neurons causing epilepsy, offering new hope for patients resistant to current treatments.
Three children from the same family have secured a €3.6 million settlement in cases alleging a failure to investigate the risks associated with their mother taking the epilepsy drug sodium valproate during her pregnancies.
March 26th marks Purple Day, or World Epilepsy Awareness Day, aimed at increasing public understanding of this neurological condition and reducing associated myths and fears. Articles from Lithuania and Montenegro highlight the prevalence of epilepsy and the ongoing challenges of stigmatization faced by millions worldwide.
Enya Markey, a teenager from Louth, Ireland, shares her personal story of living with epilepsy since her first seizure four years ago while horseback riding, highlighting her determination to live fully.
A specialist nurse in Cork developed a new care plan for children with epilepsy at CUH, which has resulted in significant cost savings of €260,000 and freed up hundreds of hospital bed days for the Irish Health Service Executive (HSE) in two years.
Preliminary trials into Zorevunersen find drug to be safe and well tolerated by those with Dravet syndrome
Scientists have hailed a potentially life-changing drug for children with a hard to treat…
Author Elvira Sastre discusses how she became an expert in canine epilepsy to care for her dog, reflecting on themes of care, loss, and memory in her new poetry collection 'En defensa de la memoria'.