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Author: Mary Claire Hass

Developmental and Epileptic Encephalopathies

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Developmental and epileptic encephalopathies, or DEEs, refer to a group of severe epilepsies that typically begin early in life, are rare and are refractory. In children with DEEs, getting an accurate and timely diagnosis is important for a number of reasons: developing a proper treatment plan, understanding outcomes and managing

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Sports Participation in Children and Teens with Epilepsy

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Unfortunately, people with epilepsy (PWEs) are often advised against participating in sports due to fear the activity will worsen seizures or cause injury. We asked students at elementary, high school and university levels about their experiences with having epilepsy and participating in individual and team sports. Why should people with

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Medical Cannabis in Minnesota

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By Jeannine M. Conway, PharmD, BCPS, FAES The legal landscape of cannabis is changing significantly in Minnesota and throughout the United States. It is helpful to be clear on terminology. Medical cannabis and recreational cannabis can be the same product with the intent of use being what differentiates it. Phytocannabinoids

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A Surgery Option When Epilepsy Treatments Don’t Work

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For people living with epilepsy who have tried various epilepsy treatments to control their seizures with little success, there is another option. It’s a surgery called resection of an epileptic focus, or resective surgery — where surgeons remove or disconnect the area in the brain that is no longer properly functioning and is generating seizures. Dr. Jonathon Parker, a

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Nutrition and Epilepsy

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Eating a balanced diet and maintaining adequate hydration are important, especially for people living with epilepsy. Here are some tips about nutrition that people with epilepsy should be aware of from a Mayo Clinic physician. Bone Health Bone health is important for everyone because of aging, but some people with

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What to Know About How Epilepsy Affects Women

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Women with epilepsy face unique challenges when dealing with hormonal changes throughout their lives. It’s important to be aware of these challenges, and even more important to maintain a consistent relationship with a physician to proactively manage each life stage. Puberty When a woman’s menstrual cycle begins at the onset

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Getting the Most Out of Your Epilepsy Care

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By Douglas Heck, PhD Licensed Psychologist, and Tess Sierzant, MS, RN, ACNS-BC, CNRN Seeking and maintaining effective epilepsy care is a different experience for everyone. For some, it’s a very straightforward process of working with a physician and staying on medication that brings about good seizure control. For others, it’s

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Physical Fitness and Exercise in Children and Teens with Epilepsy

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As the new year begins, healthy habits are top of mind. Regular physical activity has benefits for both physical and emotional well-being during adolescence and later in life. However, parents of children with epilepsy or children themselves oftentimes are reluctant to participate in physical activity. The following tips are focused

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Traveling with Epilepsy

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Holidays are a time of celebration with friends and family. For many, this can mean travel near or far. Traveling is not always as simple as packing a suitcase and heading out the door. People with epilepsy have special considerations when it comes to trekking across states, countries, or the

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About Lisa P. – Regional Outreach Manager Spotlight Series

- Epilepsy Awareness Month Spotlight Series

Welcome to EFMN’s Spotlight Series!  It’s National Epilepsy Awareness Month and the Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota (EFMN) is taking this time to shine the spotlight on our Regional Outreach Managers who live out our mission every day, connecting individuals and families to real resources in our communities, ensuring no one

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