Angel Hernandez, MD Lea este blog en español aquí. Epilepsy is a disease of the nervous system. It is usually diagnosed after a person has had at least two seizures (or after one seizure with a high risk for more) that were not caused by some known medical condition. About half of the people who have one seizure without a clear cause will have another...
Por Angel Hernandez, M.D. Read this blog in English here. La epilepsia es una enfermedad del sistema nervioso que afecta a personas de todas las edades. Por lo general, se diagnostica después de que una persona ha tenido al menos dos crisis epilépticas no provocadas. En el caso de crisis provocadas por alguna condición médica previa, no se consideran epilépticas. Aproximadamente el 50% de las personas...
What is a Virtual Walk? A Virtual Walk Week is a way for all us to be together, even if it’s not in person! For the entire week leading up to the Virtual Walk Day, we’ll be sharing stories from people with epilepsy, volunteers, dedicated staff, and generous sponsors. Your participation in Virtual Walk Week includes: registering your family and friends,...
Almost everyone has a primary care doctor that they see when they’re feeling sick. Or maybe you only go in once a year for your check-up. But what about people with epilepsy? Who do they consult when they’re epilepsy medication isn’t working for them? It’s essential to see your primary care doctor for overall wellness checks, but many symptoms of epilepsy can...
For everyone, and especially those dealing with a chronic illness such as epilepsy, maintaining a balance between mental and physical health is important for your overall well-being. At the Epilepsy Foundation Central & South Texas, we provide FREE mental health counseling for qualified patients. Here are...
For many with epilepsy, medication is an essential part of treatment. These medications are sometimes called anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs) or anti-seizure drugs.
Taking medication regularly – on time and as prescribed – is crucial to controlling one’s seizures. For our patients, who are often uninsured, sometimes getting ahold of their medication can be challenging. That is why at
Mark your calendars! San Antonio’s largest online giving day, The Big Give SA, is happening on September 10th this year. For 24-hours, you’ll be able to support people with epilepsy by making your Big Give contribution. This year for Big Give SA, we’re looking at the heart of what we do, the medical services we provide to those with epilepsy....
Every year when we get ready for the Walk to END EPILEPSY, the most obvious way to help is to register yourself – whether you attend the event or are a virtual walker! But did you know there are more ways to participate? Here are just five...
With schools closed and events canceled to protect our families from the spread of COVID-19, an increased amount of time online presents another risk to children – cyberbullying. Particularly for children with epilepsy, cyberbullying can perpetuate negative stigmas that are harmful to a child’s happiness and sense of security. A child with special health needs or chronic illness is more...
