15 Apr
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What is epilepsy?

Epilepsy is a neurological condition that from time to time produces brief disturbances in the normal electrical functions of the brain. Normal brain function is made possible by millions of […]

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22 Oct
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Tanner

On February 1, 2014 we experienced the miracle of life when our baby boy, Tanner Ashton entered this world. He was healthy, big and beautiful! We fell in love instantly! […]

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27 Mar
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Official Statement Regarding Medical Marijuana

Below is the Epilepsy Foundation of Georgia’s official statement regarding medical marijuana. The Epilepsy Foundation supports the rights of patients and families living with seizures and epilepsy to access physician directed […]

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27 Mar
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A Head’s Up About Concussions

The new school year and the fall sports season are just around the corner. For parents of children with epilepsy this can create many concerns, such as making sure their […]

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27 Mar
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Featured On WSB TV

 EFGA Board Member and Professional Advisory Board Member Featured On WSB TV Segment Doctors say some generic medications can have a dangerous downside. Watch as Dr. Larry Seiden, PAB Chair, […]

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27 Mar
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WebEase Now Available

WebEase (Web Epilepsy, Awareness, Support and Education) was developed by a team of Emory University researchers and physicians who treat persons with epilepsy. The program does not tell you what […]

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25 Mar
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Stuart Staton Memorial Fund

The Epilepsy Foundation of Georgia is honored to announce the development of the Stuart Staton Memorial Fund. Mr. Staton’s family have been so generous in offering to match donations made […]

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13 Mar
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School Programs

A child spends approximately 1200 hours in school each year. It is vital that the faculty, staff and other students understand epilepsy and what to do in the instance a child has a seizure. The Epilepsy Foundation of Georgia provides many programs to help promote seizure first aid, epilepsy awareness and epilepsy education within the schools.

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