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Symptoms that mimic epilepsy linked to stress, poor coping skills

sciencedaily.com — “Based on their clinical experience and observations, physicians and psychologists say that more than one-third of the patients admitted to The Johns Hopkins Hospital’s inpatient epilepsy monitoring unit for treatment of intractable seizures have been discovered to have stress-triggered symptoms rather than a true seizure disorder.” View full resource at sciencedaily.com

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falling over - Animal Health - General - MedHelp

medhelp.org — “In the last few months my dog has had a couple of episodes of falling over while trying to walk or stand. Its hard to explain. He has trouble walking, his back legs look like they are paralyzed, he can...” View full resource at medhelp.org

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American Pet Institute, a non profit public foundation for animal welfare and PAAWS, Pet Anti-Aging Wellness Society. Dr. Carol has pioneered the exploration of new therapies for the treatment and prevention of age-related degenerative disease, as well as promotion of optimum health and performance for pets.

Dr. Carol is the author of international bestsellers Naturally Healthy Dogs and Naturally Healthy Cats. European book sales records topped 200,000 copies with translation into 12 different languages.
Dr. Carol has been featured in USA Today, USA Weekend, The Los Angeles Times and the New York Daily News. She is the author of more than 200 articles in veterinary journals and popular magazines including “Trends”, the highly respected journal of the American Animal Hospital Association, DVM Magazine, Dog Fancy, Dog World, Cat Fancy, Fox Business, Puppies USA, Groomer to Groomer, Icelandic Horse and Travel, and Equine Athlete. Her editorial contributions also include In Style Magazine, Womans World and Icon Magazine, as well as Fit Magazine and The National Enquirer.

Dr. Carol earned her B.S. degree from John Carroll University where she graduated summa cum laude. She received her D.V.M. degree with honors from Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine and has been in private clinical practice for over 20 years. Currently, she devotes much of her time to the research and development of advanced biosciences for the benefit of animal health and welfare.

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Synthetic drugs seized from Jerseyville wholesaler

stltoday.com — “JERSEYVILLE • Illinois authorities' efforts to stem the flow of illegal synthetic drugs continued on Friday with the seizure of 2,700” View full resource at stltoday.com

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Synthetic drugs seized from Jerseyville wholesaler: Illinois targets suppliers of "bath salts," synthetic marijuana. http://t.co/UwTskHQ4

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Epilepsy (Seizure Disorder) Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment - MedicineNet

medicinenet.com — “Learn about epilepsy, or seizure disorder. Causes include head injury, trauma, prenatal injury, poisoning, medications, stroke, heart attacks, alcoholism, infection, and more. Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment information is included in the information.” View full resource at medicinenet.com

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Today is Purple Day, Supporting Epilepsy Around the World. Find out what to do if someone has a seizure. http://t.co/lK49Mqpp

Malaria Journal | Abstract | Management of uncomplicated malaria in febrile under five-year-old children by community health workers in Madagascar: reliability of malaria rapid diagnostic tests

malariajournal.com — “Early diagnosis, as well as prompt and effective treatment of uncomplicated malaria, are essential components of the anti-malaria strategy in Madagascar to prevent severe malaria, reduce mortality and limit malaria transmission. The purpose of this study was to assess the performance of the malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) used by community health workers (CHWs) by comparing RDT results with two reference methods (microscopy and Polymerase Chain Reaction, PCR).” View full resource at malariajournal.com

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Seizures in Primary Antiphospholipid Syndrome: The Relevance of Smoking to Stroke

hindawi.com — “Objectives. To evaluate the frequency of seizures in primary antiphospholipid syndrome (PAPS) and their possible clinical and laboratory associations. Methods. Eighty-eight PAPS patients (Sydney’s criteria) were analyzed by a standard interview, physical examination and review of medical charts. Risk factors for seizures, clinical manifestations, associated comorbidities, and antiphospholipid antibodies were evaluated. Results. Nine (10.2%) patients with seizures were identified, 77.8% had convu” View full resource at hindawi.com

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Neurology for Children, Teens, Young Adults & Sleep Medicine for All Ages: Concussion patients are more likely to re-visit ERs

pedzzz.blogspot.com — “Information & Discussion about Child, Adolescent Neurology & Sleep Disorders. Treating Children & Adolescents with Seizures, Developmental Delay, Cerebral Palsy, Headaches, Tics, Neurobehavioral Disorders, ADHD, Autism. Dr Joshua Rotenberg & Dr. Melissa S Jones. With extensive experience in treating adults and children, Dr. Rotenberg also welcomes adults with Disordered Sleep. Texas Medical & Sleep Specialists - Children & Adults Welcome. WWW.TXMSS.COM 713-464-4107” View full resource at pedzzz.blogspot.com

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Neurology for Children, Teens, Young Adults & Sleep Medicine for All Ages: To some children, sleep does not come easy

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Neurology for Children, Teens, Young Adults & Sleep Medicine for All Ages: Diagnosis of ADHD On the Rise since 2000

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Neurology for Children, Teens, Young Adults & Sleep Medicine for All Ages: Autism's burden is reflected in family incomes, study says

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Neurology for Children, Teens, Young Adults & Sleep Medicine for All Ages: The Cause and Effect of Migraines

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No Proof Of Added Benefit Found For Epilepsy Treatment Retigabine - QualityPoint Technologies

qualitypointtech.net — “The drug retigabine (trade name: Trobalt®) was approved in March 2011 as add-on therapy for adults with epileptic seizures. In an early benefit assessment pursuant to the” View full resource at qualitypointtech.net

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No Proof Of Added Benefit Found For Epilepsy Treatment Retigabine

medicalnewstoday.com — “The drug retigabine (trade name: Trobalt®) was approved in March 2011 as add-on therapy for adults with epileptic seizures. In an early benefit assessment pursuant to the Act on the Reform of” View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com

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Neurology for Children, Teens, Young Adults & Sleep Medicine for All Ages: Introducing: Pediatric Cerebral Palsy Clinic at Children's Memorial

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