Practical articles on seizure management, PIP, conditions, carers, and getting the most from your healthcare. Written for people in the UK living with seizure conditions — and those who love them.
Looking for a seizure tracker app? One-tap logging, PDF reports, shared carer access — what features matter most, and how the right app improves your medical care.
Seizure TrackingComparing digital seizure diaries and paper notebooks — data accuracy, consistency, GP reports, carer access, and why most people switch to an app within months.
Seizure TrackingNot all seizure diary apps are created equal. A checklist of the features that genuinely matter for reliable seizure tracking, GP reports, and long-term use.
Seizure TrackingRecord seizures on your phone in seconds — what to log, when to log it, and why speed and consistency matter more than detail.
HealthcareMake the most of short neurology appointments with a clear seizure report. What to include, how to format it, and why PDF exports save time and improve care.
Benefits & PIPA documented seizure log is powerful PIP evidence. What to record, how to present it, and why digital tracking strengthens your benefits claim.
Carers & FamilyCarers witness seizures the person doesn't remember. Shared access to a digital seizure diary fills critical gaps in the medical record and improves care.
HealthcareConsistent seizure tracking helps neurologists adjust medication, identify triggers, and spot patterns. How logging every seizure leads to better treatment outcomes.
Seizure TrackingMost epilepsy apps are built for the US. What a UK-focused seizure tracker needs — NHS appointment-ready reports, PIP evidence, and GP-friendly exports.
Seizure TrackingReady to move from pen and paper to a seizure tracker app? How to make the switch smoothly, what to do with your old records, and what to expect.
Seizure ManagementExercise is good for epilepsy — but some sports carry real risks. A practical guide to safe activity, water safety, post-exercise seizures, and tracking patterns.
MedicationSwitching between generic and brand-name epilepsy medication can affect seizure control. Learn the rules, what to watch for, and why logging is essential.
Seizure TriggersOnly a small fraction of people with epilepsy are photosensitive — but for those who are, screens, lights, and patterns matter. Here's what the evidence shows.
Living with EpilepsyMemory problems are one of the most common and least discussed effects of epilepsy. Here's why it happens, what it feels like, and how a tracker becomes external memory.
Women's HealthCatamenial epilepsy links seizures to the menstrual cycle. Learn the three patterns, why it's underdiagnosed, and how cycle tracking transforms treatment.
Seizure TypesWhat happens during a tonic-clonic seizure, how to help safely, when to call 999, and why logging every episode with accurate timing matters for treatment.
Seizure TypesFocal seizures range from brief déjà vu to full impaired awareness. They're underreported, often unrecognised, and critically important to track.
Seizure TypesMyoclonic jerks are brief, involuntary muscle jolts often dismissed as clumsiness. Understanding them — and logging the pattern — can change your diagnosis.
Seizure TypesAbsence seizures aren't just a childhood condition. In adults they're mistaken for daydreaming, inattention, or anxiety — and are far more common than most people think.
Seizure TypesAtonic seizures cause sudden loss of muscle tone, leading to dangerous falls. Documenting every episode — including what you were doing — helps guide treatment.
Seizure ManagementConfusion, headache, fatigue, memory loss — the postictal state can last minutes or days. Tracking after-effects systematically reveals patterns your doctor needs to see.
Seizure ManagementPaper diaries get lost, forgotten, and abandoned. After a seizure you can barely stand, let alone write. There's a better way to keep a reliable seizure record.
Carers & FamilyCarers witness seizures you don't remember. Giving them secure access to your seizure log fills the gaps and improves every medical conversation.
Emergency CareWhen seizures come in clusters or last more than five minutes, it's an emergency. Knowing what to do — and having your seizure history ready — can save a life.
Seizure ManagementSleep deprivation triggers seizures. Seizures disrupt sleep. Breaking the cycle starts with understanding the pattern — and that means tracking both.
First Aid & CareWhat to do if a colleague has a seizure at work, employer responsibilities under the Equality Act 2010, and how to create a seizure action plan for the office.
HealthcareWhat information to record, why doctors value seizure diaries for diagnosis and treatment decisions, and the difference a digital log makes at your next appointment.
Women's HealthPre-conception planning, medication reviews, valproate risks, and why your seizure frequency data is essential for safe obstetric care in the UK.
Children & FamiliesWhat a school seizure plan should include, how to work with your child's SENCO, training staff on emergency medication, and keeping records for annual reviews.
Practical LivingDeclaring epilepsy for travel insurance, carrying medication through airports, managing time zone changes, and why logging seizures while abroad matters.
First Aid & CareThe moments after a seizure can feel chaotic and frightening. This practical guide covers exactly what to do, what not to do, and how to log what happened while it's still fresh.
Benefits & PIPPIP assessments are daunting for anyone with a seizure condition. Here's how to prepare, what evidence to bring, and how to describe the real impact of your condition.
ConditionsA diagnosis of NEAD often comes with confusion and stigma. We explain what it is, how it differs from epilepsy, and why logging your episodes still matters.
Seizure ManagementFrom sleep deprivation to stress and missed medication, understanding your personal triggers can reduce seizure frequency. Here's how a seizure diary reveals patterns you'd never spot otherwise.
Legal & DVLADVLA rules, when you must notify them, what seizure-free periods apply, and how a documented seizure log supports your case when applying to drive again.
HealthcareTen to fifteen minutes with a neurologist goes fast. Here's how to use your seizure log to communicate clearly, get the right questions answered, and leave with a plan.
ConditionsCaring for someone with Dravet syndrome involves constant vigilance. This guide covers daily logging, medication management, and building a medical record that supports better care.
Seizure ManagementMany people with epilepsy have seizures at night without knowing it. We look at the signs, how to log nocturnal episodes, and why they matter for your medical records.
Mental HealthAnxiety, depression, and ADHD are significantly more common in people with epilepsy. Here's why the connection exists, how seizure patterns intersect with mental health, and where to get support.
Children & FamiliesAbsence seizures are often missed or mistaken for daydreaming. This guide helps parents recognise the signs, understand the school impact, and keep records that support a diagnosis.