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The Beck Group, general contractor for Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas celebrated the new bed tower completion at a ribbon cutting May 3, 2013.

This book presents the most current medical and lifestyle topics in epilepsy and is an exceptional resource for persons with epilepsy and their loved ones.

Brain Research Foundation’s 13th Annual Neuroscience Day Draws Chicago-area Researchers Together To Discuss New Research Through Presentations and Lectures.

The Brain Injury Alliance of Utah and the Epilepsy Alliance of Utah proudly presents the NeuroEXPRESSIONS Art Show on Friday, March 1, 2013 at the Sheraton Hotel in downtown Salt Lake City.

This report provides an overview of risk factors and global trends for epilepsy in the seven major markets

The battle against concussions takes another blow as Ice Halo Ltd. receives two prestigious awards for their winning product the Ice Halo Protective Headband.

Lila Marcus Award presented to Scott Rondeau and his family for volunteerism and ongoing support

November is Epilepsy Awareness Month. As part of the ongoing Candlelight Concerts for Epilepsy Awareness series, international touring musicians stream online to spread facts about epilepsy to a global audience.

Dr. J. Christine Dean and the Board of Directors of the Epilepsy Institute of North Carolina invite you to an afternoon of Riding Fun. Benefit Ride; Sunday, November 04, 2012; 11:30a.m-Registrion : Starts 12:30p.m. Epilepsy Institute of NC

HUGS of Florida, Inc. will hold its 8th Annual Family Fun Day with commemorative walk in Largo Central Park on November 3rd, 2012 at 9:00am. Mayor Pat Gerard, Commissioner Michael Smith, 501st Legion, Nurse BandiAid, Ronald McDonald will attend.

A new smartphone app has just been released by Ziliq that catalogues information on the indicators, treatment of and medication options for epilepsy.

The Trabasack team are thrilled to be attending the Young Epilepsy National Conference on 12 and 13 October 2012. To be held at St Johns Hotel, Solihull. Near Birmingham, Uk. This two day event will be aimed at professionals and parents.

A new social services agency will help people who have epilepsy and seizure disorders dealing with employment issues like discrimination. Also those who face discrimination in regard to social security, MA, driver’s licensing or transportation.

New research reveals widespread stereotypes are putting young people with epilepsy at risk.

TRENTON – The Candlelight Concert for Epilepsy Awareness will be held on March 24, 2012 at The Patriots Theater in Trenton to raise funds and awareness of epilepsy.

The Epilepsy Foundation of New Jersey (EFNJ) joins a national movement to help America Get Seizure Smart! The goal is to educate New Jersey residents about epilepsy, seizure recognition and seizure first aid.

Awards honor those who have helped others- or have been helped- overcome barriers to employment and independence

Television actor and “Dancing with the Stars” winner John O’Hurley is the host of Epilepsy: A Guide for Patients and Families, the latest free patient education DVD and guidebook produced by the AAN.

The Beck Group, general contractor for Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas celebrated the new bed tower completion at a ribbon cutting May 3, 2013.

ew research findings that link decreased brain cell concentration to altered functional connectivity in temporal-lobe epilepsy are reported in an article in Brain...

This book presents the most current medical and lifestyle topics in epilepsy and is an exceptional resource for persons with epilepsy and their loved ones.

Brain Research Foundation’s 13th Annual Neuroscience Day Draws Chicago-area Researchers Together To Discuss New Research Through Presentations and Lectures.

The Brain Injury Alliance of Utah and the Epilepsy Alliance of Utah proudly presents the NeuroEXPRESSIONS Art Show on Friday, March 1, 2013 at the Sheraton Hotel in downtown Salt Lake City.

This report provides an overrview of epilepsy, including epidemiology, etiology, symptoms, diagnosis, pathology and treatment guidelines

This report provides an overview of risk factors and global trends for epilepsy in the seven major markets

The battle against concussions takes another blow as Ice Halo Ltd. receives two prestigious awards for their winning product the Ice Halo Protective Headband.

Lila Marcus Award presented to Scott Rondeau and his family for volunteerism and ongoing support

Enlighten-Action for Epilepsy launches new benefits card “Purple Town” - a benefits programme rewarding donors through access to hundreds of rewards and discounts throughout Hong Kong, as well as access to regular social and networking events.

November is Epilepsy Awareness Month. As part of the ongoing Candlelight Concerts for Epilepsy Awareness series, international touring musicians stream online to spread facts about epilepsy to a global audience.

Dr. J. Christine Dean and the Board of Directors of the Epilepsy Institute of North Carolina invite you to an afternoon of Riding Fun. Benefit Ride; Sunday, November 04, 2012; 11:30a.m-Registrion : Starts 12:30p.m. Epilepsy Institute of NC

HUGS of Florida, Inc. will hold its 8th Annual Family Fun Day with commemorative walk in Largo Central Park on November 3rd, 2012 at 9:00am. Mayor Pat Gerard, Commissioner Michael Smith, 501st Legion, Nurse BandiAid, Ronald McDonald will attend.

A new smartphone app has just been released by Ziliq that catalogues information on the indicators, treatment of and medication options for epilepsy.

The Trabasack team are thrilled to be attending the Young Epilepsy National Conference on 12 and 13 October 2012. To be held at St Johns Hotel, Solihull. Near Birmingham, Uk. This two day event will be aimed at professionals and parents.

MarketAark - announces report of Disease and Therapy Review: Epilepsy and also avaliable SAMPLE PAGE of the Report

A new social services agency will help people who have epilepsy and seizure disorders dealing with employment issues like discrimination. Also those who face discrimination in regard to social security, MA, driver’s licensing or transportation.

New research reveals widespread stereotypes are putting young people with epilepsy at risk.

Dance lovers from across Bexleyheath and surrounding boroughs are being urged to sign up for the Big Purple Zumba Party on 27 May 2012 in aid of Young Epilepsy - a national charity dedicated to children and young people living with epilepsy.

How well people with newly diagnosed epilepsy respond to their first drug treatment may signal the likelihood that they will continue to have more seizures, according to a study published in the May 9, 2012, online issue of Neurology®.

Two local businesses in Cheshire are fund raising to help little Paige Lilly Higham and the “When You Wish Upon A Star” Charity.

A researcher from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Harvard Medical School is receiving $130,000 to conduct further research on memory dysfunction in epilepsy patients through the Susan S. Spencer Clinical Research Training Fellowship.

The American Academy of Neurology (AAN), the world’s largest organization of neurologists, is pledging to work with the entire epilepsy community to improve the quality of life for epilepsy patients in response to the Institute of Medicine report.

Chastang Enterprises presents Friday Nyte Lights hosted by Former NFLer and Superbowl Champion Geoff Pope and CBS Syma Chowdhry

TRENTON – The Candlelight Concert for Epilepsy Awareness will be held on March 24, 2012 at The Patriots Theater in Trenton to raise funds and awareness of epilepsy.

A new guideline issued by the American Academy of Neurology recommends doctors use caution when choosing seizure drugs for people with HIV/AIDS to avoid potential drug interactions.

Staff from the Epilepsy Foundation of New Jersey will continue their statewide traveling workshop titled "Thinking About Epilepsy", which aims to change perceptions of epilepsy by teaching tolerance & compassion for their peers living with seizures.

Epilepsy Connect is a social networking site for the online epilepsy community. Its core mission is to unite those with epilepsy throughout the world.

On Saturday March 24, 2012, veteran rocker Dennis DeYoung (www.DennisDeYoung.com) will headline Candlelight Concert for Epilepsy Awareness, a benefit concert with all proceeds going to the Epilepsy Foundation (www.efa.org.)

Breathe Easy is a book, in diary format, that documents the last year of life of the author’s brave wife, Melissa (1975-2008).

The Epilepsy Foundation of New Jersey (EFNJ) joins a national movement to help America Get Seizure Smart! The goal is to educate New Jersey residents about epilepsy, seizure recognition and seizure first aid.

This is a short interview with a parent of a child who has generalised partial epilepsy. Describing how he was diagnosed and the effects epilepsy has on a day to day basis.

Children’s Book Explains Epilepsy in a Musical Way

Fundraiser for the Danny Did Foundation, Sunday May 1st, 2011 (12n-4PM) at Shabby Shek, 156 W. Tioga Street, Tunkhannock. For a $5 donation to the foundation, buzz cuts and trims will be given. First 50 kids receive a free icecream from the Freeze.

Region’s only comprehensive adult treatment center has expertise to reduce seizures, improve quality of life

Jim Abrahams will host a fundraiser on February 19,2011, for TurnTable Productions. Proceeds will go to production of The Sacred Disease, a documentary film about epilepsy. The film will donate a portion of all DVD sales to epilepsy research.

TORONTO, ONT. – February 2, 2011 – Epilepsy Canada is pleased to announce CTV’s Bill Hutchison as Honorary Spokesperson for 2011.

Country Music Recording Artist Bryan Cole is added to the artist lineup for charity compilation CD, "Joey's Song."

The US Food and Drug Administration issued a warning to health care professionals and patients about the potential increased risk of birth injuries and birth defects when valproate sodium and related products are used by mothers during pregnancy.

Epilepsy Canada stirs things up with the new addition of Gary Collins to the board.

New Jersey Indie Fashion Designers unite to connect fashion and Epilepsy awareness.

Potiga, GlaxoSmithKline and Valeant's first-in-class potassium channel activator for epilepsy, has received a positive opinion from an FDA advisory panel, which reached a unanimous consensus on its efficacy.

M.A. Rossman, M. Adjouadi, N. Mirkovic, M. Ayala, P. Jayakar, and I. Yaylali (USA)

Beta cells within the pancreas produce the hormone insulin.Cucumber is found to have a hormone needed by the beta cells in the insulin production. Moreover, the Glycemic Index of cucumbers is found to be zero.

The Epilepsy Foundation of Long Island is pleased to announce the grand opening of their premier Article 31 Mental Health Clinic.

The Comprehensive Epilepsy Center, part of The Saint Barnabas Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery, is seeking individuals with epilepsy to participate in a research study designed to understand how genetics influences epilepsy.

Recently published research from Datamonitor, "UCB S.A.: PharmaVitae Profile", is now available at Fast Market Research

A young boy with a life-threatening illness gets his wish to visit Florida theme parks granted by national charity Kids Wish Network.