New sensitivity to side effects of Topiramate reported. Topiramate is a drug, also marketed under the brand name Topamax, that is used to treat certain types of seizures in people who... read more →
People with epilepsy appear to show signs of mild memory problems or Alzheimer's disease earlier than those without epilepsy, according to a new study. "Careful identification and treatment of epilepsy... read more →
Cirkuit 365 (Cody Watier) was among the first graffiti artists to paint on the "Warman Wall" - a sound barrier belonging to a homeowner on Warman Road and Duchess Street.... read more →
Former Steelers offensive lineman and all-pro guard, Alan Faneca returns to Pittsburgh this week, as honorary chairman of the Epilepsy Foundation of Central and Western Pennsylvania’s 25th Family Fun Run... read more →
A Midlothian dog owner is appealing for help in finding her family’s beloved dog whose disappearance has left them “devastated”. Wendy Rowat is worried about the health of her 17... read more →
Ann Fitzpatrick from Ballybar, Tinryland was told in April by Carlow VS that her daughter, Carol Ann, couldn’t attend the school for health and safety reasons and advised her that... read more →
A recent review article highlights possible problems with bone health in children and young people with epilepsy. They may be at a higher risk of broken bones than youngsters without... read more →
Eisai Limited is pleased to announce the Health Canada authorization and availability of FYCOMPA (perampanel) indicated as an adjunctive therapy in the management of partial-onset seizures, in adult patients with... read more →
Patients with epilepsy who had amnestic mild cognitive impairment (aMCI) or Alzheimer disease (AD) presented earlier with cognitive decline than patients who did not have epilepsy, according to a report... read more →
GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) has sent a letter to healthcare professionals alerting them to safety issues surrounding its epilepsy drug Trobalt, also known retigabine. The pharmaceutical company confirms that the medication should... read more →