The Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota Blog

People with epilepsy often wonder if the medication they take to control seizures is safe during pregnancy. In this Clinicians Corner blog post learn about pregnancy registries and how they can help us understand the safety of anti‑seizure medications (ASMs) during pregnancy.

Medications control seizures for many people with epilepsy, but some continue to have seizures despite trying multiple treatments. In this Clinician’s Corner, learn how advances in epilepsy surgery are providing safer, more effective options when medications are no longer enough.

EFMN marked Purple Day all March, inviting Minnesotans to rise in purple, learn about epilepsy, and raise awareness across the state.

In this community spotlight, educator and caregiver Aura Wharton‑Beck reflects on her journey and why she advocates for epilepsy awareness, support, and education through EFMN.

In this spotlight, caregiver, advocate, and creator of Epilepsy in Sign, Joanna shares her and Avant’s journey, using ASL and technology to build epilepsy awareness and understanding.

In this spotlight, Neurologist and Epilepsy Specialist, Dr. Sima Patel shares her journey in epilepsy care, her passion for expanding access, and how her work with EFMN supports patients and families across Minnesota.

Day of Giving that Makes a Local Difference Each February, Giving Hearts Day brings communities across North Dakota and northwest Minnesota together for a meaningful day of giving. This 24-hour charitable fundraising event brings communities together to support local non-profits making a difference, encouraging donations, volunteering, and acts of kindness.

Epilepsy is more common in older adults than many people realize. Learn what seizures can look like later in life and how diagnosis and treatment can help people live safely and independently.

Vaccines play an important role in protecting individual and community health, but questions and concerns persist, especially within the epilepsy community. This Clinician’s Corner blog post breaks down the facts about vaccines and explains what current science says about vaccine safety and epilepsy.

Hosted annually at Nickelodeon Universe, Mall of America, the Shining Stars Celebration invites youth living with epilepsy and their families to come together for a day of connection, celebration, and community.