News

First curriculum for epilepsy surgery aims to provide international training standards

An ILAE task force has developed the first international curriculum for epilepsy surgery with the goal of providing global training standards. Read the article.

Details

Under-the-skin electrode allows for real-world epilepsy tracking

New research has found that an electronic device placed under the scalp is an effective and feasible means of accurately tracking epilepsy. Read the article.

Details

Brain on Keto: New Insights Into Seizure Recovery and Cognitive Rescue

The ketogenic diet (KD) has long been used to manage seizures in DRE, but its potential to protect brain function remains underexplored. Due to these challenges, researchers are turning their…

Details

Gender Differences in Caregiver Burden, Social Support, and Coping Strategies Among Caregivers of Patients With Epilepsy in a Tribal Region of India: A Cross-Sectional Study

This study examined whether caregivers of male or female patients with epilepsy differ in perceived burden, social support, and coping mechanisms. Read the article.

Details

Discussing the Transition from Pediatric to Adult Epilepsy Care: Josiane Lajoie, MD

The director of pediatric epilepsy at NYU Langone Medical Center shared expert insights on improving transitions from pediatric to adult epilepsy care. Read the article.

Details

Seizure Safe Schools Act changes safety protocols in South Carolina schools

The Seizures Safe Schools Act took effect during the first week of July, requiring all South Carolina public and charter schools to adopt a seizure training program. Read the article.

Details