Epilepsy Day 2024

International Epilepsy Day, 2nd Monday of February, raises awareness about epilepsy, a neurological condition affecting people across all ages, ethnicities, and geographical regions. Epilepsy is characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures, (Wikipedia) ...abnormal, excessive, and synchronized electrical discharge in (neurons) brain cells... It is one of the world's oldest recognized conditions, with written records dating back to 4000 BC. The term "epilepsy" derives from the Greek word for "attack," reflecting the sudden onset of seizures. The condition's neurological basis was not understood until the 19th century. Globally, epilepsy affects over 50 million people, making it one of the most common neurological diseases. Incidence rates are highest in young children and older adults. Up to 80% of people with epilepsy live in low- and middle-income countries, where access to treatment and care can be significantly limited. The discovery of epilepsy's causes and treatments has evolved over centuries, from ancient misconceptions associating seizures with supernatural phenomena, to the 19th century, when scientists like John Hughlings Jackson began to understand its neurological underpinnings. Today, treatments include medications, surgical interventions, and dietary changes, though approximately 30% of individuals with epilepsy live with treatment-resistant forms of the condition. More: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epilepsy Art&Text supported by ChatGPT.