This is a big week in the Epilepsy World…at least for those who would like to show support for the changes that could come with greater funds for research. Wear Purple on Friday, March 26th to show your support for more Epilepsy research.

How can you help those who will be diagnosed with Epilepsy just this year? Statistics show 200,000 people will be diagnosed in 2010. Those of us who live with the disease each day know what we are dealing with…but how about those ‘newbies’ to this life?

Those of us who live with Epilepsy, or those who care for someone living with Epilepsy view parenthood in a unique way.

Switching doctors…or even getting a second opinion shouldn’t be something you fear. It’s a necessary part of your care.

If you’re like me, when it comes to your illness–in this case Epilepsy, if it’s time to try something new, whether it’s an anti-seizure medication, a test, a new doctor, treatment center or alternative therapy, the research floodgates are opened. My computer becomes my best friend.

Take Action…contact your legislator to endorse “The Preventing Harmful Restraint and Seclusion in Schools Act.”

Why won’t people talk about Epilepsy? Once they hear about the diagnosis, if they find out you might be on course for a major brain surgery…why do they all of a sudden tune you out?

…a few great Epilepsy resource links on this Monday morning.

If you’re like me, you’re always wondering not only how can you help yourself through this disease we call Epilepsy, but how can you help others?

Medical dramas get it ‘wrong’ much of the time when it comes to seizure first-aid.