By Deron Hamel Canadian children living with epilepsy say it’s their need for social and emotional support from friends and family – not their seizures – that concerns them most about their quality of life. This is the main finding from a recent study that surveyed 480 children aged eight to 14 who are living…
By Deron Hamel Parents of children attending Summerfest Camp say the annual camping experience enhances independence, builds self-confidence and drives personal development. Speaking with Voices of Epilepsy in 2014, Philippa Howell recalled how she had concerns when her daughter, Georgina, went to her first Summerfest Camp in 2010. Georgina, then eight, had never been away…
Update (July 6, 2015): The acetazolamide shortage has been resolved. Acetazolamide tablets are available again from AA Pharma. The Drug Identification Number or DIN is 00545015. Please note that Acetazolam (Valeant Canada LP) is no longer available, this product has been discontinued. Drug Identification Number or DIN is 00295019. If you need any assistance please let…
By Deron Hamel Dr. Carter Snead says the best possible long-term result from new provincial epilepsy-care guidelines would be for primary-care physicians, neurologists and patients to use the standards to enhance care of Ontarians with seizure disorders. The Provincial Guidelines for the Management of Epilepsy in Adults and Children creates a framework for general practitioners…
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