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Venezuela's National Assembly approved a law criminalizing activities like oil tanker seizures, following US actions against Venezuelan ships to pressure Maduro amid ongoing sanctions and political tensions, with the bill now awaiting Maduro's signature.
Rapport Therapeutics' experimental drug RAP-219 significantly reduced seizures in hard-to-treat epilepsy patients, leading to a 119.2% surge in its stock price, with the drug showing promising results and mild side effects.
Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband, died at 48 from malignant melanoma, with seizures listed as a significant contributing condition on his death certificate. No autopsy was performed, and he was cremated. His death followed a long battle with skin cancer, and he was also noted as a rodeo producer at the time of his passing.
Brandon Blackstock died at age 48 from melanoma after a prolonged battle, with seizures playing a significant role in his death, as revealed by his death certificate. No autopsy was performed, and he was cremated. His ex-wife Kelly Clarkson postponed her Las Vegas residency to be with their children during his illness.
A large study reveals that epileptic seizures are more common in frontotemporal dementia (FTD) patients than previously thought, often occurring up to 10 years before diagnosis, suggesting that early detection of seizures could improve FTD diagnosis and management.
Debbie McCrudden, diagnosed with epilepsy in 2014, overcame her fears of seizures to have two children, despite the challenges posed by her condition. Her seizures decreased during her first pregnancy but increased during her second, requiring significant support from her family. After changing her medication post-pregnancy, her epilepsy is now under control, allowing her to care for her children independently. Debbie emphasizes the importance of not letting fear dictate life decisions, despite the ongoing anxiety about potential seizures.
Twelve-year-old Owen Jacobsen, who suffered from frequent seizures due to a brain tumor, has found relief following a successful neurosurgery using Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (LITT) at Intermountain Primary Children’s Hospital. The minimally invasive procedure, performed by Dr. Robert Bollo, has left Owen seizure-free since September 2023, allowing him to return to his normal activities and thrive. The hospital is recognized for its excellence in neurology and neurosurgery outcomes.
The World Health Organization faced criticism for claiming that vaping can cause seizures within 24 hours, with fact-checkers and experts questioning the evidence behind the assertion. While a recent study linked vaping to health effects like asthma and pneumonia, the connection between vaping and seizures remains inconclusive. Vaping has been promoted as a safer alternative to traditional cigarettes, but concerns about its appeal to young people and potential health risks persist.
Kennady Schneider, 19, who has a difficult-to-treat form of epilepsy, became the youngest person in Colorado to receive deep-brain stimulation for epilepsy. The treatment involves implanting small electrodes into selected parts of the brain, and has resulted in fewer and less intense seizures for Kennady. While the treatment may not stop her seizures altogether, it has given her hope for a better quality of life and the ability to pursue her immediate goals, such as learning to swim and living independently.
Seizures can be caused by epilepsy or other factors, and recognizing and responding to them is crucial. Seizures can vary in appearance, from subtle internal sensations to full-body convulsions with loss of consciousness. If you witness a seizure, keep the person safe, turn them on their side, and do not put anything in their mouth. Call 911 if the seizure lasts more than five minutes, if they have difficulty breathing, or if it's their first seizure. People with epilepsy may have emergency medications, and bystanders should be aware of other medical issues that could cause unresponsiveness.
A breakthrough study has found a potential link between seizures and sudden unexplained child deaths (SUDC), shedding light on a possible cause for these tragic events. Researchers analyzed video recordings of toddlers who died from SUDC and found that seizures, lasting less than 60 seconds, occurred within a half hour of death in most cases. Further research is needed to confirm these findings and determine how seizures may lead to sudden death in young children, but this study marks the first direct evidence linking seizures to SUDC. Experts recommend current strategies to reduce the risk of SUDC, such as placing babies to sleep on their back and keeping their sleeping environment safe.
A recent study from NYU suggests that brief seizures may be a potential cause of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), shedding light on the phenomenon that usually affects babies under six months old. The study analyzed over 300 cases and video footage, finding muscle convulsions lasting less than 60 seconds occurring within 30 minutes of known sudden unexplained deaths in childhood. While the results are not conclusive and further research is needed, the study provides new insights into potential risk factors for SIDS, offering hope for understanding and preventing this tragic condition.
Researchers at NYU Langone Health have found that seizures may be responsible for some cases of sudden unexplained death in childhood (SUDC) in toddlers, based on an analysis of crib videos from families whose children died from SUDC. The study, published in Neurology, revealed that brief seizures occurred within 30 minutes of each child's death, shedding light on a potential cause for these tragic events. While the findings are concerning, experts emphasize that seizures in toddlers and SUDC cases are rare, and there are no obvious warning signs. Further research is needed to understand the frequency of seizures in sleep-related deaths in toddlers and other age groups.
Researchers at NYU Langone Health have found potential evidence linking seizures during sleep to sudden unexplained death in childhood (SUDC), after analyzing crib cam footage of seven toddlers who died in their sleep. The study, though small, is the first to offer direct evidence of a seizure link, with five of the toddlers exhibiting movements consistent with brief seizures. The findings, published in the journal Neurology, suggest that fever-related seizures, which are common and usually harmless in young children, could occasionally be a warning sign of SUDC. The research aims to uncover more about this poorly understood phenomenon, which claims over 400 lives a year in the US among toddlers and preschoolers.
A new study published in Neurology suggests that brief seizures with muscle convulsions may be a potential cause of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and sudden unexplained death in children (SUDC). Researchers at NYU Langone, including Dr. Laura Gould who established the SUDC Registry after her own loss, analyzed over 300 cases and found that convulsions lasting less than 60 seconds occurred close to the time of death. This discovery could provide insights into preventing these tragic losses, although further research is needed to fully understand the connection. This follows another study linking low levels of the enzyme butyrylcholinesterase (BChE) to SIDS, offering some solace to grieving families that these deaths are not their fault.