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"I have been having Seizures since 1986"

I have been having Gran Mal Seizures since 1986. When I was an infant I was diagnosed with menigitis. They believe this is what is...

— Lambert D. Talley

Compton, California

"I don’t see my health conditions as obstacles but as unique experiences that have made me more self-aware and empathetic toward others."

I approach life with a positive mindset, seeking ways to improve myself while avoiding anything that could trigger my epilepsy. I focus on what I...

— Eskander Ahmed

Tunisia

"For my grandson, Ethan "

A song...

— Kevin Weaver, Ethan's grandfather

Show Low, Arizona

"Lack of awareness motivated me to dig deeper..."

I first encountered a seizure when working in a corporate company—my diagnosis was not immediate and was quite a process. I expected treatment to be...

— Millicent Misango

Kenya

"The EMT said that they thought that I had a seizure. I didn’t want to believe anyone. I had never had a health issue before. "

I was driving home after work one day at the age of 26. I woke up in the back of an ambulance asking where I...

— Jeremy Gibel

Rockmart, Georgia

"I would not be here as healthy as I am without my local Epilepsy Association. "

I am thankful for having my own strength and the love of family and friends. I am grateful every day.

— Diane Basty

Pennsylvania

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