More than 3.4 million people in the United States have epilepsy, so it is a relatively common diagnosis. In fact, it is the fourth-most common neurologic condition in the world. November is National ...

The unpredictable, debilitating nature of a seizure can be frightening, for both the person experiencing it and anyone watching nearby. In that moment, control often slips away as muscles stiffen, ...

As National Epilepsy Week unfolds from February 10 to 16, it provides an opportunity to increase public awareness regarding the myriad seizures associated with epilepsy. The campaign aims to educate ...

An abnormal electrical discharge in the brain causes a seizure. There are different types, and each can cause different symptoms. A seizure may result from a medical condition or another issue, such ...

Seizures in children: Signs to look for and what to do - If you see someone having a seizure or fit, there are some simple things you can do to help.