People with epilepsy will recognise many of the points raised by Professor Lord Darzi in his report on the state of the NHS in England. From the difficulty in getting a GP appointment, significant ...

There are several different types of seizures, and they can happen for many different reasons. Epilepsy and epileptic seizures are explained below. Seizures that are not due to epilepsy are sometimes ...

Our courses, run by qualified nurses and experienced trainers are aimed at those who care for adults with epilepsy, are informative, packed with well researched content and include clips of real ...

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New research has shown that abnormal excitability of the brain in people with epilepsy can worsen during heatwaves. This is ...

Having a good night’s sleep can be important for everyone. Research suggests that getting good sleep, and dreaming, can help our brains create meaning from the day’s experiences, and help strengthen ...

Whether to drink alcohol or take recreational drugs is a personal choice, but it is worth knowing the possible effects they could have on your epilepsy. Alcohol or recreational drugs can cause ...