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Epilepsy and Education…Coming Out Of The Shadows
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It starts in the playground. A kid has a seizure and everybody freaks out. Nobody knows what to do.
Maybe not even the school nurse. Even though epilepsy first aid is a cinch.
It’s frightening to see a child seize and then, based on that fright, they think:
“I can’t deal with this.”
Tags: children, colleagues, discrimination, educate, employers, EMTs, Epilepsy, firemen, hospital staff, ignorance, judges, Legislators, nurses, parents, police, prison wardens, resources, teachers
Epilepsy and Education…Coming Out Of The Shadows
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It starts in the playground. A kid has a seizure and everybody freaks out.
Nobody knows what to do. Maybe not even the school nurse.
Even though epilepsy first aid is a cinch.
It’s frightening to see a child seize and then, based on that fright, they think:
“I can’t deal with this.”
Tags: children, colleagues, discrimination, educate, employers, EMTs, Epilepsy, firemen, hospital staff, ignorance, judges, Legislators, nurses, parents, police, prison wardens, resources, teachers
Expanded Guide to Epilepsy Books for People of All Ages
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When I decided to begin an epilepsy library for reference, I was absolutely overwhelmed by the millions of books out there.
So, I went to Amazon, rolled the dice and ended up spending needless money on a lot of duds.
Don’t get me wrong, some were of value, but most were a waste of time.
So, to save you from my disappointing experience, I’ve combed the web, epilepsy foundations, blogs and wherever else I could think of, to find books that would actually inform, explain and even sometimes, entertain.
I hope you’ll find something of use on this list, which is truly a labor of love…
Have You Had A Concussion?
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In a fraction of a second, head trauma can dramatically change your life.
It can be a boink on the head, a fall, sports activities, or a car accident — among many other possibilities.
Tags: adults, anti-epilepsy drugs, children, concussions, Epilepsy, head trauma, symptoms
Aids for Parents of Kids with Epilepsy
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There are so many options available for your peace of mind and your child’s safety. They range from the very practical, to the very attractive. But many can be effectively combined to please both parent and child and provide added protection.
Here are just a few…
Tags: children, dogs, epilepsy aids, ID, jewelry, Ketogenic Diet, monitors, reminders, safety, support groups, VNS
Top-Rated Seizure Monitors
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Peace of mind. A good night’s sleep. Safety and assurance.
Although these seizure monitors can’t make any guarantees, they can go a long way towards detecting danger. And maybe even saving a life.
Here are the most prominent models…
Tags: absence, adults, Apple SeizAlarm, Aremco, breathing, children, convulsive, delayed control, Emfit, Epilepsy, infants, infrared technology, jerking, Medpage, microphone, microprocessor, moisture, moisure sensors, monitors, MP5, nocturnal seizures, quick-paced movements, radio pagers, seizure, sensors, shaking, software, sounds, ST2, tonic-clonic, top rated, transmitter, UMP
Children’s Brain Surgery…Preparing YOUR Child…
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There is no “welcome” sign to the world of childhood brain surgery. And the resulting combination of fear, shock, and pain is almost too much to bear.
No amount of preparation or knowledge can help to ease or minimize the situation.
But preparing a child for surgery emotionally, is one of the most important things you can do. Surgery, without proper explanations and preparation, can traumatize a child…
Tags: books, brain, children, doctors', emotions, explanations, fear, hospitals, knowledge, nurses, preparation, reassurances, surgery
Protect The Medicaid Program…NOW!
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Both the US Senate and House are back in DC and in session this week. Now is the time to ask them to reject cuts or changes to Medicaid!
Increase in Seizures Seen in Kids With H1N1 Flu
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MONDAY, Sept. 20 (HealthDay News) “Children made ill by the 2009 pandemic H1N1 swine flu virus suffered more seizures and other nervous system problems than those with seasonal flu, a new report reveals…”
Tags: children, complications, H1N1 swine flu, more seizures, status epilepticus
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