Epsy Health

10/09/2025

Born at just 25 weeks and weighing only one pound, Loushay’s journey is one of faith, resilience, and strength. 💜

Now a healthcare advocate, model, and motivational leader, she proves that challenges can become purpose. ✨

Read Loushay's story here:

Loushay Davis, epilepsy advocate and model, shares her story of resilience, self-advocacy, and empowering others.

10/07/2025

Epilepsy is often misunderstood - and movies haven’t always helped. 🎬

⚡ Sometimes, seizures are used as plot twists or punchlines. But some films are getting it right, portraying epilepsy with honesty and care.

Here are 9 films that offer a more real and respectful look at life with epilepsy.

Take a look:

What movies about epilepsy do you know? Read about films and TV shows with authentic and sensitive representations of the condition

10/02/2025

If you or someone you know has epilepsy, it’s important to know about SUDEP (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy). 💜

💡SUDEP is rare, but serious - about 1 in 1,000 adults and 1 in 4,500 children with epilepsy die from it each year. Knowing the risks and how to reduce them can help you feel more in control.

👉 Learn more:

Do you know about SUDEP in epilepsy? Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy is a significant risk for some. Learn more about SUDEP

09/24/2025

🚭 Va**ng & Seizures: Is there a link?

E-cigarette use is widespread in the USA, including among teens. Some reports suggest a possible connection between va**ng and seizures, but scientists aren’t sure yet. 🧠

⚠️ So far, no large studies confirm a direct link. If you have epilepsy - or are concerned about risks - it’s best to talk with your doctor.

Read more in our blog:

The use of e-cigarettes is on the rise. But can va**ng cause seizures? Read about current research and how it relates to people with epilepsy.

09/16/2025

Meet Abbey 💜- a devoted mom, nurse, and fierce advocate for her daughter Avery, who’s been bravely living with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS), a rare and complex form of epilepsy, since she was just a few months old.

Now almost 9, Avery is a true epilepsy warrior 💪✨- strong, funny, and resilient. And Abbey? She’s the powerhouse behind the scenes, managing care, sharing their story, and connecting with other families on Instagram to raise awareness and build community. 💬💕

From using the Epsy App to track seizures 📱 to finding specialists who get Avery’s needs, Abbey is all about informed, loving care - and reminding other parents they’re not alone. ☀️

💬 “You know your child best… Your strength is greater than you think.”

Read Abbey & Avery's full story here:

Abbey shares life with her daughter Avery, who lives with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome. Find strength, hope, and joy in their story. Read their journey.

09/11/2025

🧠 What type of epilepsy do you have? 💜

✨ Epilepsy is a word we use to describe any brain condition that causes someone to have two or more unprovoked seizures at least 24 hours apart.

⚡ But seizures aren’t all the same - people can have very different types, which need to be treated and managed in different ways.

🤯 Some people have generalized tonic-clonic seizures (what many imagine when they think of epilepsy): losing consciousness, falling over, and shaking on the ground.

💜 But epilepsy comes in many forms, and so do seizures — no two experiences are exactly alike.

Learn more epilepsy facts in our blog, link in bio > health blogs.
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09/11/2025

1 in 26 people will develop epilepsy during their lifetime. 💜

🧠⚡ There are many different ways it can start - some are born with it, some get a fever that affects the brain, and others develop it after a stroke or brain injury.

🤔 But for many people, the cause of their seizures is still unknown.

Find out more epilepsy facts in our blog: https://www.epsyhealth.com/seizure-epilepsy-blog/10-facts-about-epilepsy-to-share

06/13/2025

🎯 Quiz time: Do you know how many anti-seizure meds (ASMs) need to be tried before being considered to have Drug-Resistant Epilepsy? 🧐

💊 Answer: Two or more ASMs.

🧠 Drug resistant epilepsy (DRE) is when a person has tried two or more appropriate epilepsy medications (or a combination), but they’re still having seizures.
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04/22/2024

Did you know some women with epilepsy have hormonal seizures? ⚡

🧠 But it's not just a women's issue—men's hormones can be influenced by seizures and their meds too.

Learn about the connection between hormones and seizures! https://www.epsyhealth.com/seizure-epilepsy-blog/understanding-your-hormones-and-seizures

04/11/2024

Do you have emergency seizure medication? 💊

🇺🇸 In the United States, many people are prescribed this potentially life-saving treatment.

💡 Stay in the know about the latest research and get clued in on how and when to use it with our blog: https://www.epsyhealth.com/seizure-epilepsy-blog/your-introduction-to-emergency-seizure-medication

04/04/2024

Meet Samantha from Queens, NY who lives with complex partial seizures. 💜

🧑‍🎨 She’s a graphic designer who specializes in children’s accessories for Disney, Nickelodeon and Marvel.

Read her story here: https://www.epsyhealth.com/seizure-epilepsy-blog/samantha-complex-partial-seizures

03/28/2024

Do you experience headaches after seizures? 🧠

You’re not alone.⚡ Studies suggest that up to half of people with epilepsy get some kind of headache during the postictal phase (recovery period after a seizure).

Learn more:

Many people with epilepsy experience headaches after seizures. Find out how to treat headaches after seizures and what you can do.