Status epilepticus is a very serious problem in the brain which needs fast attention, or it can be fatal. People with epilepsy should be aware of what status epilepticus is, how doctors treat it, and what precautions they can take to avoid it. Status Epilepticus sounds scary! What is it? It is when someone …
The doctors tell me I have psychogenic seizures? What does that mean? I’m not faking it! Psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES) are when a person has a physical event that looks like a seizure such as staring off or shaking of the body, but is not actually having seizure activity in the brain. If they …
It is important to consider driving laws in Michigan for people with epilepsy. Driving laws are in place to protect you as well as others on the road. This is because seizure-like activity behind the wheel can make a person lose control of their vehicle, leading to severe, sometimes deadly injury, to themselves and others. Driving laws are decided by the state you live …
Is the COVID-19 vaccination safe for me? Yes, COVID-19 vaccinations are recommended for anyone over the age of 12. All COVID-19 vaccines that are available in the United States have been proven to be effective in clinical trials, and in the real world. They offer protection from severe illness by 90 percent or more to …
