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Laura Beretsky

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Happy Purple Day!

March 26, 2025 · In: Human Interest, Living with Disability

Reactions to Congressman John Larson’s seizure are proof of why Epilepsy Awareness Day is so important.

Celebrating the Super Athletes with Epilepsy

August 31, 2024 · In: Empowerment, Human Interest, Living with Disability

Recent champion athletes who have epilepsy use their status as sports stars to elevate epilepsy awareness, a condition that is often misunderstood.

UK Drug Shortages Impact Access to Anti-Seizure Medications

January 31, 2024 · In: Human Interest, Living with Disability, Patient Advocacy

Ongoing UK medication shortages have decreased access to anti-seizure medications, putting people with epilepsy at risk

The Epilepsy Warriors – Part Two

November 18, 2022 · In: Empowerment, Human Interest, Living with Disability

England is about to incorporate a clause in its Online Safety Bill that protects people with epilepsy. Zach’s Law outlaws the sending of flashing images by email or social media, if a person with epilepsy might see them. Cyberbullying against people with epilepsy is an issue in America. We need an American version of Zach’s Law.

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Laura Beretsky is a writer and community activist living well with epilepsy. She is looking to publish her memoir, Seizing Control, which describes the challenges of living with epilepsy and the importance of patient self-advocacy in managing a chronic illness.

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