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www.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

He fell ill on a cruise. Before he boarded the rescue boat, they handed him the bill

Royal Caribbean passenger faced medical emergency leading to unexpected expenses during a Bahamas cruise. [ more ]
Mission Local
1 month ago
San Francisco

Missing musician found in county jail following alleged incident in Mission District

Eric Travers, who went missing while traveling to audition with a band, was found in jail due to assault charges. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Barnet council ignored warnings that resident with epilepsy would be evicted

Barnet Council ordered to pay 600 in compensation for significant delays in placing man in suitable accommodation. [ more ]
www.cnn.com
8 years ago
Health

CrossFit inspires athlete to open up about epilepsy

Jenny LaBaw, a successful CrossFit athlete, revealed her epilepsy diagnosis in 2012 after achieving recognition. She received an outpouring of support and positive feedback after sharing her personal story. [ more ]
Boston.com
5 months ago
US news

Children of color face delays in treating infantile spasms, study finds

Prompt diagnosis and treatment of infantile epileptic spasms can prevent developmental delays.
Non-Hispanic Black children are less likely to receive timely treatment for infantile spasms. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
5 months ago
Health

How does cannabis work? Two European projects search for ways to use it as medicine

Cannabis use for medical purposes can be an effective treatment for epilepsy.
Understanding how cannabis works in the brain is important for both medical and recreational use. [ more ]
BBC Sport
5 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Crooks on 'embracing' epilepsy and honouring friend

Matt Crooks has had a challenging journey in his football career, navigating different clubs and dealing with personal challenges such as epilepsy and having deaf parents.
Crooks has embraced his epilepsy as part of who he is and has been able to share his experience with other footballers. [ more ]
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