The upcoming Canadian League Against Epilepsy (CLAE) conference will be an opportunity for attendees to learn about the latest discoveries in epilepsy research, says its main organizer. Neurologist Dr. Jorge Burneo, the CLAE’s director of education, says the conference is aimed at bringing together Canada’s epilepsy clinicians and researchers to share information and learn from…
A first-of-its-kind report published Sept. 11 outlines the impact neurological conditions like epilepsy have on affected people, their families and the greater health-care system. The findings provide researchers, clinicians and policy makers with information identifying knowledge gaps and opportunities to reduce the negative impact of neurological conditions. The report, entitled Mapping Connections: An Understanding of…
Epilepsy Ontario is inviting adults living with epilepsy, or caregivers of people living with the condition, to participate in a survey about their experiences with epilepsy as well as treatments for seizures.The main purpose of the survey is to gather evidence from the group that is the most knowledgeable about the day-to-day reality of epilepsy…
Two long-term care providers have agreed to assist Epilepsy Ontario with a survey to help determine caregivers’ knowledge of seizure disorders. The intent is to gain a better understanding of their familiarity with epilepsy, its characteristics and the prevalence of seizure disorders in long-term care. Managers at homes owned by Peterborough-based OMNI Health Care and…
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