Events

This webinar, put on in conjunction with the CACNA1A Foundation, is the fifth in our series on Optimizing Therapies for those with DEEs, and will focus on the use of high-tech AAC solutions for communication and access to the home environment.  We will look at options available for being able to access different toys, home environmental…

In partnership with DEE-P Connections and Partners Against Mortality in Epilepsy (PAME) Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP) affects approximately 1 in 1,000 people with epilepsy, regardless of age 1,2. While lack of seizure control and seizure severity are the most common concerns for increased risk of SUDEP, there is also a concern that certain genetic mutations…

The loss of any loved one with a rare epilepsy is unimaginable. We all wish there were more we could do to help end the suffering that comes with a rare epilepsy diagnosis. In this webinar, we want to tell you about one incredibly important way families can make a huge impact - brain tissue…

"Summer Seizure Action Planning - What you need to know and do to be prepared" with pediatric neurologist, Dr. Inna Hughes With Summer comes changes in routine, new caregivers, and new environments. Be prepared for seizure emergencies in all scenarios by planning ahead. Come hear from a pediatric neurologist and a rare epilepsy family about…

"Planificación SAP de verano: lo que necesita saber y hacer para estar preparado" con Dr. Rebecca Garcia-Sosa En Español! Con el verano llegan cambios en la rutina, nuevos cuidadores y nuevos entornos. Prepárese para emergencias convulsivas en todos los escenarios planificando con anticipación. ¡Venga a escuchar de un neurólogo pediátrico y una familia de epilepsia…

Are you curious about the safety of COVID-19 vaccines for those under 5 with rare epilepsies? Are you unsure about whether to get your child with a rare epilepsy vaccinated against COVID-19? Join us to hear from an incredible panel of experts and get your questions answered. Are you willing to share your experiences with…

Back to school time means it's time to update your child's seizure action plan (SAP)! Make sure that those who care for your child know how to handle seizure emergencies appropriately and in accordance with your wishes. If it isn't in the plan, it can't be done. Hear from Dr. Inna Hughes and SCN2A dad,…

Does your loved one with a DEE/rare epilepsy struggle with dental issues? Swollen gumsExcessive oral secretionsTooth grinding Join us to hear from Dental Hygienist who specializes in working with medically complex children, researcher and KCNT1 rare epilepsy mom, Shannon Daly Weir as well as Pediatric Dentist Dr. Hans Reinemer from the University of Utah. This…

Di derbarê parêza keto de pirsên we hene? Werin ku hûn fêr bibin ka parêza ketogenîk bi DEE-yan re çawa dixebite ji Rêvebirê Bernameya Xwarina Ketogenic û Epîleptologê Zarokan Dr. Chalongchai Phitsanuwong û parêzvanê qeydkirî Stephanie Schimpf ji Zanîngeha Chicago!

Werin ji bijîjkê GI-ya zarokan û bavê KdVS Russ Zwiener li ser pirsgirêkên GI-yê yên wekî refluks, lûleyên xwarinê, qebîlbûn, û hêj bêtir bibihîzin. Nîqaş dê ji hêla Kaci Fisher, endamê Desteya Weqfa Koolen-de Vries Syndrome û dayika KdVS ve were rêve kirin.