Joan McGann: In My Own Words

The In My Own Words column gives people whose lives are affected by epilepsy the chance to share experiences and solutions to their problems. These are real stories by real people that show strength, resilience, optimism and courage. This is Joan's story. Our hope is that it will inspire others.

^{By Joan McGann, Special to epilepsyUSA}

New Therapy Research: A Horizon within Reach

With the growing need for qualified scientist and innovative therapies, the Epilepsy Foundation is even more committed to fostering researchers and finding effective treatments to improve the lives of people with epilepsy and one day find a cure.

^{By various epilepsy scientists, Special to epilepsyUSA}

New Diagnostic Tool for "Automatic" Epilepsy Diagnosis?

Is medicine—in this case, clinical neurology—more are than science, or vice versa?

^{By Mike Martin, Special to epilepsyUSA}

Evan's Story

A mother describes her son's battle with intractable epilepsy and the turning point that ultimately gave her little boy back—and provided the world with a new seizure tracking tool.

^{By Lisa Moss, Special to epilepsyUSA}

Remembering Senator Edward M. Kennedy

Epilepsy Foundation leaders pay tribute to Senator Kennedy and the legacy he leaves behind, especially for people with epilepsy.

^{By Kimberli Meadows, Special to epilepsyUSA}

A Committment to Giving Back

Shannon, who has epilepsy, won a Pfizer Scholarship to attend college. Janet, her mother, discusses the difficult road to college and how Shannon's adjusting to life on campus.

^{By Lisa Boylan, Senior Editor, epilepsyUSA}