Most women with epilepsy take antiepileptic drugs for a substantial portion of their life. This chronic therapy creates an opportunity for pharmacists to play a significant role in the care of women with epilepsy. For this reason and the fact that pharmacists remain one of the most accessible and trusted healthcare professionals, this brief […]
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Nov
Nov
So, you’ve scheduled an appointment with a new neurologist and you’ve waited weeks (even months) for the appointed time. But….are you prepared for the visit? There’s much more involved than knowing where and when. The medical staff wants to be part of your healthcare team and appreciates if you are an active participant in the […]
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Nov
Nov
On this Thanksgiving Holiday, as the Education Coordinator for My Epilepsy Story (MES), I want to reflect on the many things that I am truly thankful for this holiday season . As well as, share my feelings as a husband of a woman living with epilepsy. First of all, I am Thankful for my faith […]
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Nov
Nov
At My Epilepsy Story, we are partnering with different companies to help “Bridge the Gap“ for women and girls living with epilepsy. In forming partnerships, this allows us to serve women and girls diagnosed with epilepsy without seeking funding from them, the patient. It allows the patient and their families to come to us and just […]
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Nov
Nov
Your new baby has arrived and you are excited, tired, sleep deprived and on emotional roller coaster. The joy of having that precious baby in your arms brings a full range of emotions. You think to yourself… “I made it and my baby is here safe and sound.”, “I just need some sleep.”, ” Am […]
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Nov
Nov
Women with Disabilities Must Tackle More Hurdles than Men in the Workplace November is Epilepsy Awareness Month, and organizations around the country – like My Epilepsy Story – are spreading the word to help girls, women and families get the resources and tools they need to advocates for themselves, and for a better future. As […]
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November is Epilepsy Awareness Month
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Nov
Nov
It is that time of year again… Epilepsy Awareness Month! November is the month where many organizations promote Epilepsy Awareness. Here at My Epilepsy Story (MES), we are joining with other epilepsy organization to promote this important awareness. 1 in 26 people will develop epilepsy in their lifetime and HALF of these people are FEMALES! […]
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May
May
“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” ~Eleanor Roosevelt As we begin the graduation season, I am reflecting on what these young graduates will encounter as they enter the world. The path that is in front of them is full of choices that will lead to different roads. […]
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May
May
“It always seems impossible until it’s done.” ~Nelson Mandela As I begin to think about Mother’s Day, I am reminded of all the wonderful women that have been brought into my life over the past few years. The women that I am reflecting on are women that live with epilepsy on a daily basis. We […]
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Mar
Mar
A mosaic is something that resembles a picture or decoration that is made up of diverse elements. These broken pieces are what makes a mosaic beautiful. In our brokenness of living with epilepsy we have shattered dreams. These shattered dreams might be of a child impacted by seizures, infertility from epilepsy, loss of a wife […]