Health News Archives

Early Treatment Benefits Newfound Brain Disorder
Anti-NMDA-receptor encephalitis with tumor causes psychosis, memory problems, study says

Death From Febrile Seizure Rare in Children
Even in high-risk cases, Danish study finds rate similar to that of kids in general population

Epilepsy Drug May Boost Birth Defect Risk
Women who take topiramate should discuss preconception planning with their doctor

Failure to Take Seizure Drugs Boosts Death Risk
Car accidents, bone breaks also common among those who don't take meds regularly, study says

Scientists ID Brain Pathway That Stops Seizures
Mouse study finds gene affects acids that regulate severity of convulsions

Special Diet Can Ease Epileptic Seizures in Kids
Strong support for ketogenic regimen from major randomized trial

Breast-Feeding While on Seizure Meds Doesn’t Harm Babies
Study finds no negative impact on children's cognitive development

U.S. Health Officials Back Off Preference for New MMRV Vaccine
CDC reports more seizures seen in toddlers given combined shot; experts stress real risk is still low

Atkins-Like Diet Cuts Epileptic Seizures
High-fat, low-carb plan may work when other treatments fail, study says

FDA Warns Epilepsy Drugs May Raise Suicide Risk
Agency will ask drug makers to put warning labels on entire class of medicines