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Epilepsy

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Epilepsy

At this site of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, you can download a helpful brochure and access clearly written information about the diagnoses, treatment, and prevalence of epilepsy.

Epilepsy Foundation

The Epilepsy Foundation site provides a range of helpful research, education, advocacy, and referral information for patients with seizure disorders and their families and care givers; some of the information is also available in Spanish. The site includes an easy-to-use search engine and an E-mail form for requesting further personalized information.

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke: Epilepsy Information Page

The NINDS offers information about the causes, treatments, and prognosis for epilepsy. Publications and links to related organizations are also provided for further information. Some resources are available in Spanish.

TeensHealth: Epilepsy

Sponsored by the Nemours Foundation, this site, aimed at teens, contains clearly written information about epilepsy and links to further resources. Each item on the site, which includes information on a variety of teen health topics, is reviewed by a medical professional.

Dana Links

Epilepsy’s Big Fat Answer

Epilepsy’s Big Fat Answer

Published Mar 01, 2013
by John M. Freeman, M.D.
John M. Freeman, M.D., one of the nation’s leading advocates of the ketogenic diet, writes about the evolution of the diet and its struggle for acceptance for people suffering from epilepsy. .

Epilepsy Surgery Works

Published Apr 03, 2012
by Guy McKhann, M.D.
Last Updated: 3/12/13

Editor: Bill Glovin
Contact: brainweb@dana.org

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