Let's end the year strong to continue vital epilepsy programs and services in 2026. With more than 3.4 million people living with epilepsy nationwide, the impact of our work matters. With your help, ...

The Epilepsy Foundation Nevada provides programs and services that support people and families impacted by epilepsy. With the strength of a national organization and network of epilepsy experts, EFN ...

The Seizure Recognition and First Aid certification training provides information to increase the knowledge, skills and confidence in recognizing seizures and safely administering seizure first aid.

The Epilepsy Therapy Project of the Epilepsy Foundation works to promote the discovery of new treatments for epilepsy and bring those treatments to the patient faster. One of the fundamental building ...

When you read about valproic acid, you will also see the word valproate (val-PRO-ate). This is the name of valproic acid after it has changed into the form that actually works in the body. A few other ...

Focal Cortical Dysplasia (FCD) is a term used to describe a focal area of abnormal brain cell (“neuron”) organization and development. Brain cells, or “neurons” normally form into organized layers of ...

Welcome to the Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado & Wyoming! In 2024, we are celebrating our 60th anniversary! Over the past 60 years, we have focused on connecting, educating, and empowering to improve ...

The active ingredient in Depakote changes in the body to valproate (val-PRO-ate), so you may also see this name used if you read about Depakote. A few other medicines also become valproate, so their ...

Why is it important to have a Seizure Action (or Response) Plan? My To Do List Questions For My Health Care Team Explore our Toolbox for other forms - including forms in other languages - that might ...

Epidiolex ® (EH-peh_DYE-oh-lex) oral solution CV is the brand name for the cannabidiol oral solution, also referred to as CBD, from Greenwich Biosciences. The name or look may be different in other ...

Autoimmune epilepsy (AE) is caused by a change in the body’s immune function. Seizures are the main features of AE. This type of epilepsy was recently included in the new way of classifying epilepsy ...

The Epilepsy Foundation’s mission is to improve the lives of people affected by epilepsy through education, advocacy, research, and connection. From groundbreaking research to community-based ...