Script written by Michael Wynands
November is Epilepsy Awareness Month! Here are some important facts you should know about epilepsy. Did you know that there are a number of factors involved? Epilepsy can develop at any stage of life, but it most commonly manifests during childhood or old age. Though it affects people of all ethnicities, individuals of Hispanic descent appear to be more susceptible. Head injuries, strokes, family history, dementia and brain infections have all been shown to increase the risk. There are few people who have access to treatment. Even when anti-seizure medications are made available, the high cost of treatment effectively places it beyond the reach of the vast majority of those affected.
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November is Epilepsy Awareness Month! Here are some important facts you should know about epilepsy. Did you know that there are a number of factors involved? Epilepsy can develop at any stage of life, but it most commonly manifests during childhood or old age. Though it affects people of all ethnicities, individuals of Hispanic descent appear to be more susceptible. Head injuries, strokes, family history, dementia and brain infections have all been shown to increase the risk. There are few people who have access to treatment. Even when anti-seizure medications are made available, the high cost of treatment effectively places it beyond the reach of the vast majority of those affected.
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