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Our central nervous system (CNS) is a vast and complex network comprised of our brain and spinal cord. This beautifully intricate system communicates via electrical impulses along our nerves. But…

Seizure protocols outline how to manage seizures with emergency actions and maintenance treatments. For Emily Pappas, who had a grand mal seizure for the first time when she was 16 years old, the most…

If it’s hard to sleep because it feels like you need to keep moving your legs, you aren’t crazy. You may have restless legs syndrome (RLS), a neurological disorder that causes a strong, uncomfortable…

According to the American Stroke Association, nearly 240,000 people a year in the United States experience a transient ischemic attack (TIA). About one in three people who have a TIA will eventually…

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 800,000 people in the United States have a stroke every year. Although there are some factors you can’t control, such as having a…

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, someone in the United States has a stroke every 40 seconds and every 3.5 minutes a person dies of stroke. Better outcomes are possible – it…

Epilepsy is a neurological condition characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures. It can be a confusing and frightening condition, but with the support of your healthcare team and the right…

Epilepsy affects people of all ages and children are no exception. Pediatric epilepsy specialists provide support by tailoring treatment plans to meet a child's specific needs with the goal of…

Epilepsy is a neurological condition characterized by recurrent and unprovoked seizures. While seizures themselves can be frightening, it is important to know that epilepsy is treatable. With proper…

According to the American Stroke Association, stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death in the United States and a major cause of long-term disability in adults. But learning how to recognize early…

It was an evening just like every other. Betty and her husband were watching television when she decided to warm up a leftover hamburger in the kitchen. What happened next changed everything. “I put…

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), every 40 seconds someone in the United States has a stroke. Every four minutes, someone dies from a stroke. Strokes strike swiftly…