After her daughter developed severe epilepsy, Tracy Dixon-Salazar pursued a career in neuroscience and ultimately helped uncover a genetic clue that led to a treatment that transformed her daughter’s life. Read…
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Mark Welp talks with OSF HealthCare neurologists Dr. Thandar Aung and Dr. Tiffani Franada about epilepsy and seizures. Watch now.
A girl’s family became concerned when she started waving her hand hundreds of times a day. Finally diagnosed with a rare epilepsy, a surprising treatment made a “crazy” difference. Read more.
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British swimmer Imogen Clark turned a frightening epilepsy experience into a story of perseverance, returning to competition and continuing to chase her athletic goals. Read more.