Inside Epilepsy
How this epilepsy toolkit could help Canadian workplaces
Canadian experts created a new toolkit to shed light on the disorder for employers, human resources managers and coworkers. Continue reading
Inside Epilepsy: 1 in 100 need support
Reporter Mark McAllister discusses the support needed for those living with epilepsy and why he chose to speak up. Continue reading
Inside Epilepsy: Studying genetics to improve on screening, treatment
Wednesday marks Purple Day, an international effort dedicated to increasing awareness about epilepsy worldwide. Continue reading
5 ways Canadian-funded scientists are addressing epilepsy, mental health in developing countries
Innovative made-in-Canada projects are developing ways to help people with mental health in the most far-flung places in the world. Continue reading
Toronto family hopes for access to controversial treatment to cure baby’s rare epilepsy
Kaitlyn Pogson is a bubbly, giggly, blue-eyed, blonde-haired baby girl. While she looks like a typical baby, her parents know that as she gets older, she’ll regress, facing developmental and cognitive delays because of a rare form of infant epilepsy called Dravet Syndrome. Continue reading
“It was more epilepsy exposure than the field of epilepsy in Canada has received. Ever”Geoff Bobb Global News recognized for Inside Epilepsy series →
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Implanted device predicts oncoming seizures in those with epilepsy
A new device may offer hope to people with epilepsy as the technology could predict the onset of seizures in adults who have the condition and can’t be treated with medication, Australian scientists say. Continue reading
“I was the story all of a sudden.”Mark McAllister Mark McAllister tells his story of living with epilepsy →
Alberta toddler gets a potentially life-saving best friend
A Wetaskiwin family is hoping a brand new puppy will help 17-month old Maddi Dewald, who began having seizures around her first birthday last October. Continue reading
Toronto celebrates Purple Day for epilepsy awareness
Union Station and downtown Toronto’s PATH system were painted purple Tuesday morning. March 26 is officially recognized as Purple Day for Epilepsy Awareness in Canada. Continue reading