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12 sleep tricks… 

July 1, 2025
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We all know that sleep deprivation can trigger seizures.

Some people’s seizures are tied very closely with their sleep. You may have all of your seizures while sleeping, when falling asleep or waking up.

Lot of things can affect your sleep and make you more likely to have seizures. Here are a few factors to consider:


A chief of surgery offers insider tips to finding the right surgeon 

May 7, 2025
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If you’ve been blessed with reasonably good health, you probably don’t have a surgeon’s number on speed dial.

Therefore, the bigger question is, in the unfortunate event that you need one, how do you find the best surgeon for your medical condition?


What you don’t know about your blood type could save your life! 

April 20, 2025
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Do you know your blood type?

There’s a good chance that you don’t.

More Americans know their horoscope sign (66 percent) than their blood type (51 percent), according to a recent survey published by the medical laboratory company Quest Diagnostics.


Social Security Claims — Winning Secrets

March 16, 2025
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It’s no secret that winning a claim for Social Security Benefits is almost like trying to pull a rabbit out of a hat.

That’s why the information below is so important.


Medical Care — Free or Reduced Cost

March 14, 2025
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The Hill-Burton Act is a federal program which requires “obligated facilities” (healthcare facilities including hospitals) that have used federal money for facility reconstruction or modernization to provide free or low-cost health care services to people living in the facility’s area who cannot afford to pay for the services.


SAMi Seizure Monitor – The Epilepsy Foundation Award Winning Night-Time Monitor.

March 9, 2025
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Peace of mind. A good night’s sleep. Safety and assurance.

Although this seizure monitor can’t make any guarantees, it can go a long way towards detecting danger. And maybe even saving a life.

Here’s the scoop:


Great epilepsy alert jewelry

January 24, 2025
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Medical Alert jewelry is a good concept, but it’s often awkward and downright unattractive.

But it doesn’t have to be that way. 

Now there are plenty of great looking alternatives.

For example, you’ll find some very cool jewelry at:


2024-2025 Honor Roll of Best Hospitals

January 6, 2025
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The U.S. News & World Report’s annual survey of hospitals is considered the pre-eminent source for excellence.

For more than 30 years, U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Hospitals rankings has been helping patients find, in consultation with their doctors, the best hospital for their health needs.

This year, U.S. News ranked hospitals in 15 specialties and 20 procedures and conditions. Here are the top 20 highest rated hospitals in the U.S.


2025 Patient Recommendations for TOP Neurologists…Epileptologists…Neurosurgeons…and Pediatric Doctors

January 2, 2025
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2025 Patient Recommendations for TOP Neurologists…Epileptologists…Neurosurgeons…and Pediatric Doctors


Contribute to Doctors Without Borders today and TRIPLE your generosity!

December 3, 2024
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    Phylis Feiner Johnson

    Phylis Feiner Johnson

    I've been a professional copywriter for over 35 years. I also had epilepsy for decades. My mission is advocacy; to increase education, awareness and funding for epilepsy research. Together, we can make a huge difference. If not changing the world, at least helping each other, with wisdom, compassion and sharing.

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