Newswise Focus Channel: Hidden - Texas

Le jeune pendant le Ramadan peut reduire la frequence des crises

International League Against Epilepsy — Mon, 07 Aug 2023 11:35:23 EST

Pour les musulmans epileptiques, le jeune intermittent n'est pas seulement une pratique religieuse tres appreciee, mais une methode possible pour ameliorer le controle des crises. Les resultats d'une etude recente pourraient guider les professionnels de l'epilepsie dans leurs conseils aux musulmans qui souhaitent participer au Ramadan.

Caring for someone with functional seizures: Shannon Guinard's story

International League Against Epilepsy — Thu, 03 Aug 2023 12:35:29 EST

Functional seizures resemble epileptic seizures but are not prompted by any electrical activity in the brain. People with functional seizures live with stigma, stress, and emotional and financial burden -- and so do their care partners. Joy Mazur spoke with Shannon Guinard about the challenges and stigmas that face care partners of people with functional seizures.

Cuidados en crisis funcionales: "Aislados, solos, indefensos"

International League Against Epilepsy — Wed, 02 Aug 2023 11:50:13 EST

Las personas con convulsiones funcionales enfrentan estigma, estres y cargas emocionales y financieras, al igual que sus cuidadores. Mientras cuidan a sus seres queridos, algunos cuidadores pueden desarrollar altos niveles de depresion y ansiedad.

El ayuno durante el Ramadan puede reducir la frecuencia de las crisis epilepticas

International League Against Epilepsy — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 14:00:56 EST

Para los musulmanes con epilepsia, el ayuno intermitente no solo es una practica religiosa muy valorada, sino tambien un posible metodo para mejorar el control de las convulsiones. Los hallazgos de un estudio reciente pueden guiar a los profesionales de la epilepsia para asesorar a los musulmanes que desean participar en el Ramadan.

Circadian rhythms and epilepsy Part II: Dr. Maxime Baud

International League Against Epilepsy — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 12:45:07 EST

What percentage of people with epilepsy have rhythms to their seizures? How do anti-seizure medications affect rhythms? Is it possible to manipulate seizure rhythms? In Part 2 of our two-part series on circadian rhythms, Dr. Laurent Sheybani talks with Dr. Maxime Baud.

Circadian rhythms and epilepsy Part I: Dr. Mark Quigg

International League Against Epilepsy — Fri, 21 Jul 2023 14:35:38 EST

Though the cyclic properties of seizures have been known for more than 100 years, much is still unknown. Does everyone with epilepsy have a seizure pattern? In the first of a two-part series on circadian rhythms, Dr. Laurent Sheybani talks with Dr. Mark Quigg.

An update on SUDEP and SUDEP counseling: Dr. Suvasini Sharma

International League Against Epilepsy — Thu, 20 Jul 2023 11:05:48 EST

Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP) affects about one out of every 1,000 people with epilepsy. Dr. Emma Carter spoke with Dr. Suvasini Sharma about SUDEP, why it's important to inform patients and families about it, and how to manage risk factors.

Caregiving in functional seizures: "Isolated, alone, helpless"

International League Against Epilepsy — Tue, 18 Jul 2023 14:10:13 EST

People with functional seizures face stigma, stress, and emotional and financial burdens -- and so do their caregivers. While taking care of loved ones, some caregivers may develop high levels of depression and anxiety.

Cerrando la brecha terapeutica de la epilepsia en Bolivia: tres decadas de iniciativas

International League Against Epilepsy — Tue, 18 Jul 2023 14:05:10 EST

Au cours des trois dernieres decennies, les chercheurs ont travaille pour combler le fosse du traitement de l'epilepsie dans la region du Gran Chaco en Bolivie. Des projets tels que des enquetes epidemiologiques, des campagnes de sensibilisation et des programmes educatifs ont reduit l'ecart de 40 %.

Artificial Intelligence and Epilepsy: Dr. Christian Bosselmann

International League Against Epilepsy — Mon, 17 Jul 2023 13:40:37 EST

What's the role of artificial intelligence in epilepsy research and care? Dr. Alina Ivaniuk talks with Dr. Christian Bosselmann about the potential uses and dangers of AI in epilepsy, including ChatGPT and machine learning.

Fasting during Ramadan may reduce seizure frequency

International League Against Epilepsy — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 11:45:55 EST

For Muslims with epilepsy, intermittent fasting is not only a highly valued religious practice but a possible method to improve seizure control. The findings of a recent study may be able to guide epilepsy professionals in advising Muslims who want to participate in Ramadan.

Neurocysticercosis and epileptogenesis: Dr. Hector Garcia

International League Against Epilepsy — Tue, 11 Jul 2023 11:55:11 EST

Neurocysticercosis is a leading cause of epilepsy worldwide. Sharp Waves spoke to Dr. Hector Garcia about how to identify epilepsy caused by the infection and the nuances behind the connection.

Closing the epilepsy treatment gap in Bolivia: Three decades of initiatives

International League Against Epilepsy — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 15:05:36 EST

Over the past three decades, researchers have worked to close the epilepsy treatment gap in the Gran Chaco area of Bolivia. Projects include epidemiological surveys, awareness campaigns, and educational programs. Teleconsultations and a smartphone app have been valuable tools.

How and why to address medication adherence: Dr. Avani Modi and Dr. Desiree Williford

International League Against Epilepsy — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 18:10:28 EST

Most people with epilepsy have difficulty always taking their medications as prescribed. How can clinicians and patients talk about the issue and find solutions? Sharp Waves spoke with Dr. Avani Modi and Dr. Desiree Williford.

Africa's plans for improving epilepsy care: Action Amos

International League Against Epilepsy — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 11:50:40 EST

ILAE spoke with Action Amos about plans and strategies for improving epilepsy care across Africa. Leveraged by the Intersectoral Global Action Plan on epilepsy and other neurological disorders (IGAP), four "trendsetter" countries are taking a variety of approaches to engage governments and ensure the participation of people with epilepsy in all of their initiatives.

Empoderar a las personas con epilepsia para liderar la lucha contra la estigmatizacion

International League Against Epilepsy — Tue, 27 Jun 2023 14:05:58 EST

El estigma afecta todos los aspectos de la atencion de la epilepsia, desde el diagnostico y el tratamiento hasta la legislacion y las asignaciones presupuestarias. Un estudio realizado en los Estados Unidos encontro que un tercio de los participantes informaron que el estigma, no las convulsiones en si, era la parte mas dificil de vivir con epilepsia.

Diagnostico en la era digital: un caso para videos caseros

International League Against Epilepsy — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 13:05:26 EST

El video ha jugado un papel importante en el cuidado de la epilepsia durante decadas. Ahora, las convulsiones capturadas en el video de un telefono inteligente pueden acelerar el diagnostico y el tratamiento, particularmente en areas con pocos o ningun neurologo.

Diagnosis in the digital age: A case for home videos

International League Against Epilepsy — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 13:05:01 EST

Video has played an important role in epilepsy care for decades. Now, seizures captured on smartphone video can speed diagnosis and treatment, particularly in areas with few or no neurologists.

Bringing epilepsy care closer to home may improve outcomes

International League Against Epilepsy — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 12:05:37 EST

Access to care affects people with epilepsy worldwide. Bringing care closer to home can help--but what about bringing care inside the home?

Postpartum morbidity and mortality in women with epilepsy: A 28-year study

International League Against Epilepsy — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 12:05:32 EST

A 28-year study found increased risks of preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, ICU admission during hospitalization for delivery, postpartum hospitalization, and an increased risk of mortality compared with pregnant women who did not have epilepsy.