Aura Stories – Episode 3, December 22nd 2022
In looking back, Mike knows he was having episodes far longer than before his grand mal seizure. He experienced loss of time, feeling strange. He simply didn’t know the signs. This is one reason why education about epilepsy is a passion for him today. Another...
Aura Stories – Episode 2, December 12th 2022
“Epilepsy will not rule my life.” Never have more words been more impactful to hear. Michael Sheehan, known as Mike to his friends and associates, is the Prevention & Education Coordinator at The Epilepsy Association of Central Florida. Mike knows first hand...
Aura Stories – Episode 1 December 8th 2022
When you attend any Epilepsy Association event, there is one guy who is gregarious and charismatic, who stands out. You know the one the one who has been known to wear a purple tutu at Purple Day and drive a purple Jeep. And yet, when holding a conversation with...
‘Striking’ Rate of Suicidal Thoughts, Behavior in Teens With Epilepsy
About 21% of teens newly diagnosed with epilepsy experience suicidal ideation, and the percentage jumps to 31% within 3 years, new research reveals. "We hope these results inspire epileptologists and neurologists to both recognize and screen for suicide ideation and...
A Brief Guide To CBD Oil For Dogs
For dog owners, there’s nothing worse than knowing that their beloved pup is in pain or discomfort. While there are multiple steroids available that claim to help with the pain, it isn’t always the safest option, considering their potential side effects. It is where...
Epilepsy Association “Giving Tuesday”
Today is "Giving Tuesday" an international day of giving to charities and nonprofits. Established in 2012 in New York City, Giving Tuesday has become a global movement of generosity. Giving Tuesday is a day about community. It unites people of all backgrounds from...
Dogs for adoption Sheffield: Forever homes wanted for dogs unable to be used by charity
A Sheffield charity which provides support dogs is looking for forever homes for some of the dogs it has trained up which will be better suited to being pets. Support Dogs has issued an appeal for dog lovers to take on their ‘amazing dogs’ who for various reasons have...
Epilepsy Affects Millions of People
November Is National Epilepsy Awareness Month Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that makes people more susceptible to seizures. A seizure happens when brain cells misfire, causing abnormal electrical activity in the brain. People with epilepsy may have just one...
Advice on How to Get Rid of Anxiety in Your Life
You might feel uncomfortable if you or a loved one is having an epileptic seizure. Epileptic seizures cause serious neurological damage because they interfere with the brain’s intricate chemical processes. In a small percentage of otherwise healthy individuals,...
The value of epilepsy specialty nurses: Taking action
Newswise — Epilepsy specialty nurses (ESNs) play crucial roles in epilepsy care; they’ve been called the glue that holds together the social, clinical, educational, and emotional dimensions that people with epilepsy must navigate. The breadth, depth, and impact of ESN...
