EWCT brings you the latest news on epilepsy-related articles The development of new drugs is a long, challenging and expensive process. Only one or two compounds in 10,000 tested actually become licensed treatments. A potential new medicine may be rejected at any point in the development process on safety, effectiveness or quality grounds. It takes approximately 10-15 years for a new compound to get from
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EWCT brings you the latest news on epilepsy-related articles This is a really important article for all women of child-bearing age who are taking anti- epileptic medications, whether for epilepsy or for mental health conditions.
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EWCT brings you the latest news on epilepsy-related articles Epilepsy that starts in adulthood often originates in the ‘temporal lobe’, a region of the brain that plays a particularly important role in laying down, storing and retrieving memories. Accordingly, memory problems are frequently seen among people with epilepsy.
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EWCT brings you the latest news on epilepsy-related articles Phantosmia is the medical word used by doctors when a person smells something that is not actually there. Phantosmia is also called a phantom smell or an olfactory hallucination. The smells vary from person to person but are usually unpleasant, such as burnt toast, metallic, or chemical smells. Many people with epilepsy experience phantosmia.
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We are proud to announce our children’s book Ben’s Buddies has been turned into an animated video. It’s available to watch in three languages on YouTube below. Many thanks to Myles McInnes for creating the animation from the illustrations by Deborah Hinde, and Ray Harlow for the translation work. Ben’s Buddies – te reo Māori Ben’s Buddies – English Ben’s Buddies – Deutsche
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EWCT brings you the latest news on epilepsy-related articles from around the web: The brain — the central “control unit” of our bodies, repository of memories and emotions. Throughout history, philosophers have believed that the brain may even house that intangible essence that makes us human: the soul. What should we know about our brains. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322081.php There has been much talk in the media about
Read More »The Hamilton East Community House is advertising a parenting course specifically aimed for parents with children aged 9-12. This course is aimed specifically at parents of children aged 9 to 12 years old. Wednesdays 7:30 – 9:30 pm during 6 weeks starting 1st August until 5th Sept 2018 Hamilton East Community House, 53 wellington street, Hamilton East Costs:$20 per person or $30 per couple If you are
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Maria talks with Margrit at Free FM Radio – Active Age on Air about a range of epilepsy subjects. Listen or download the interview below.
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This is Rebecca Jefferies from Breathing Space Coaching. She is available to coach you individually or in small groups. As your coach, Rebecca will become your own personal cheerleader for your life. She will be an advocate for you to ensure you are living the life that you truly desire. Rebecca will provide you with ongoing support and guidance as you set goals and make
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Maria talks with Free FM Community Access Radio about a range of epilepsy subjects from triggers to myths about epilepsy. Listen or download the interview below.
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