Health News Archives

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

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

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

Tracking Drug Levels Helps Pregnant Women With Epilepsy
Blood testing cuts down on seizures linked to lamotrigine use, research shows

Experts Issue Guidelines on Diagnosing Seizure
EEG, MRI and CT can all help spot a variety of underlying disorders

Some Epilepsy Patients Not Always Aware of Seizures
That can lead to under-reporting when applying for driver's licenses, researchers suggest

Certain Seizure Patients Need Emergency CT Scan
ER staff should focus on those with first-ever attack, babies, and people with AIDS, guideline says

Health Tip: If You Have Seizures
Suggestions to help keep you safe

Lamotrigine May Reduce Epilepsy Seizures
Adding it to existing regimen may help, researchers say

Generic Anti-Seizure Drug Approved
Oxcarbazepine sanctioned for people 4 and older