Epilepsy Talk
Medical Marijuana — It’s Here to Stay…
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Let’s face it. The time has come.
Even the FDA has opened its eyes with new clinical trials.
Although the AMA chooses to keep their heads in the sand. For now.
It used to be popular to debate the merits and dangers of medical marijuana.
For example, it could lead to addiction. Like cocaine. (Oh please!)
But now, there’s clinically proven scientific proof, with more to come…
“After 4,000 years of humans taking cannabis for epilepsy, we have scientific evidence it works.” — Orrin Devinsky MD, Harvard University, on results from his team’s late-stage clinical trial of cannabidiol to treat Dravet syndrome.
And that’s just the tip of the iceberg…
The Great Debate — Medical Marijuana
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Even though the cannabis plant has a long history of medicinal use, with evidence dating back to 2,737 BCE, it’s still a subject of hot controversy.
It appears to be a standing battle between politics and science.
The legality requires proof of medical marijuana’s effectiveness.
Reports of success are anecdotal.
Yet there are no funds for clinical trials and it remains on a back burner for further NIH funding and research.
(Wow. What a surprise!)
Why You Should AVOID Going To The Hospital… (If You Can!)
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Medical mistakes are the third leading cause of death in the United States, after heart disease and cancer.
A recent Johns Hopkins study claims more than 250,000 people in the U.S. die every year from medical errors.
Other reports claim the numbers to be as high as 440,000.
The Embrace2 – Newly Cleared by the FDA – with New Advantages for You
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The fear, the anxiety, the anticipation of another seizure.
Coupled with the dread that you won’t be able to tell. When it’s coming. IF it’s coming.
The triggers, the reasons, the causes.
Peace of mind is difficult to come by for — you and for your loved ones.
It’s worry all the time. Every day. Does it always have to be this way?
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Traumatic Brain Injury and Epilepsy
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In a fraction of a second, head trauma can dramatically change a person’s life.
Head trauma caused by falls, physical abuse, violence, vehicle crashes and sporting accidents, not to mention modern warfare.
However, it’s important to realize that not all head injuries, even severe ones, result in seizures. And seizures frequently occur in people who haven’t experienced head trauma.
But close associations do exist between head trauma and seizures — as much as twelve times as opposed to someone without a head trauma.
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Scientists Find a Possible Link Between Gut Health and Depression
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New research has identified a possible link between gut health and brain function.
Building on this work, the study reveals that clinical depression could also be affected by the amounts of certain bacteria in the gut.
For all of us with depression, this could be a real breakthrough.
2019 Top-Ranked Pediatric Hospitals for Neurology & Neurosurgery
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The U.S. News & World Report’s annual survey of hospitals is considered the pre-eminent source for excellence.
For the 2019 evaluations, fifty pediatric centers were ranked for serious neurological problems.
2019 Top-Rated Hospitals for Neurology & Neurosurgery
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Every year, patients and potential patients alike, look forward to the U.S. News & World Report’s list of top-ranking hospitals.
Attached is a link to their most current list for Neurology and Neurosurgery.
2019 Patient Recommendations for TOP Neurologists…Epileptologists…Neurosurgeons…and Pediatric Doctors
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Below is a compilation by website forum members who have had positive personal experiences with docs over the years.
This list is based on recommendations and, of course, is purely subjective. But it might be helpful for anyone looking for a good Neurologist…Epileptologist…Neurosurgeon…or Pediatric Doctor.
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