AWF's purpose is to enhance the lives of those affected by epilepsy and allow them to reach their full potential by living independently in the community.
Epilepsy doesn't just affect the patient--it affects the whole family. Join us April 13 for a free webinar to learn about the issues facing kids who have a sibling with #epilepsy, and resources to help them.
https://t.co/4NrZcIMUAu
This #BrainAwarenessWeek, hear Dr. Michael Smith describe what happens in the brain when a seizure occurs, in terms you don’t need a medical degree to understand. The full episode is a fantastic introduction to seizures and treatment:
https://t.co/XMDmiZkr1n
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Amazing news! 49 out of 50 states have someone who is Seizure First Aid Certified. Will you become certified? Register for the next training this Thursday, August 13: https://t.co/HiLDNl2bgR
Today would have been actor Cameron Boyce's 21st birthday. He tragically passed away from SUDEP last year after having only 5 seizures in his lifetime. Join us in remembering Cameron and honoring his beautiful legacy. 💜
ICYMI: Experts field questions from the #epilepsy community on COVID-19, telehealth, medication availability, and more during these recent live streams. View both at the link below! https://t.co/ugSGQhkAvo
LivaNova is hosting two webinars to bring the latest information to you from the comfort of your home. These webinars aim to provide information on the current COVID-19 situation and provide recommendations for people with #epilepsy.
https://t.co/IdR64OTYnq
Due to the recent COVID-19 pandemic, Angel Wings Foundation has found it necessary to postpone our Living with #Epilepsy and Transitioning to Independence Education Program scheduled for April 18th. We will post further information once a new date is secured.
Today, Engage Therapeutics Announces Phase 2b StATES Study of Staccato® Alprazolam for #Seizure Cessation Meets #PrimaryEndpoint
--- #Staccatoalprazolam achieved a statistically significant response rate. Avgerage time to seizure cessation was 30 secs https://t.co/NdkcqzbzTI
Neurelis has announced that diazepam nasal spray (Valtoco), a medication approved for the treatment of #seizure clusters, is now commercially available for prescription. https://t.co/qdgvRrVSMl
Camila Coelho is a Brazilian-American beauty entrepreneur, fashion designer and founder of her hit namesake label, the Camila Coelho Collection.She is sharing her journey with #epilepsy with the world for the first time.
https://t.co/Rr9FNmgBhU
Debbie Flader, AWF Board Chair, details her daughter’s frustrating journey to diagnosis, provides insight on creating a #seizure action plan, and explains how new rescue drugs may improve the lives of #epilepsy patients and caregivers. @KellyGC411 @CureEpilepsy
“One drug. We’re hitting year 28 in February and that’s all we’ve had this entire time.” One of our founding moms, Debbie Flader, discusses managing #seizure clusters and her daughter’s difficult journey to diagnosis in this episode of #SeizingLife: https://t.co/I3eihtTmcV
We had a fantastic meeting with three potential housemates for the Angel Wings home that we intend to purchase in 2020. It’s a really exciting time and we look forward to creating safe and supported independent living for adults living with seizures.
We’ve learned #TikTok users mimic having seizures to a Jarad Higgins’ (Juice Wrld) song. Behavior making fun of seizures is demeaning and harmful to everyone. We ask @TikTok_US & its users to delete these hurtful videos. Learn about seizure first aid at https://t.co/we25D2pCgo
The UCB Famiy #Epilepsy Scholarship Program is open for 2020 applications! Check out the program details and visit the video library to hear from previous scholarship winners from the first decade!
https://t.co/mWOPfNBKgO
Walt Disney Studios issued a statement with the Epilepsy Foundation warning viewers that the film contains "several sequences with imagery and sustained flashing lights" that could affect those with photosensitive #epilepsy. https://t.co/wpMTcIsEym