San Antonio

02 Aug

How To Register: Over the Edge

The Over the Edge experience is an intense and unique way for individuals and teams to fundraise for the opportunity to rappel from the top of a building! This year we’re rappelling off the Thompson San Antonio located on the famous San Antonio Riverwalk.  All proceeds raised from this event help people with epilepsy lead their best lives...

04 Nov

Remembering…Dr. Nathan Beaty

Nathan Michael Beaty, age 35, passed away on March 4, 2020, in San Antonio, Texas, losing a battle with epilepsy that plagued his life from the age of 19.  Nathan was born to Michael and June Beaty in San Antonio on a cloudy, warm September day.  He is survived by many people who loved him dearly: his parents; his slightly older brother, Evan Beaty; aunts; uncles;...

09 Sep

How does a Virtual Walk work?

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,...

Generalized vs. Specialized Care
03 Aug

Generalized vs. Specialized Care

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...

23 Jul

The Importance of Medication

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

The Big Give is ON! Join us September 10, 2020.
08 Jul

The Big Give is ON!

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....

21 May

Lizzy’s Legends

One of the most essential parts of the Walk to END EPILEPSY is the people who support us. One of those supporters is Board Member and volunteer, Lizzy Aranibar. Since 2016, Lizzy’s Legends has been a major part of the Walk to END EPILEPSY, recruiting 123 team...

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