Our guide to pregnancy with epilepsy

If you are pregnant or planning to have a baby in the future, the health of your baby has probably been a topic, especially if you...

Seizure cycle tracking: Gain back your independence
June 15, 2022

There are at least 65 million people in the world currently living with epilepsy. Of those 65 million people, an...

What does a neurologist do?
May 25, 2022

Neurologists are specialised physicians that diagnose and treat neurological conditions. In other words, they work with conditions of the nervous...

Our guide to pregnancy with epilepsy
April 27, 2022

If you are pregnant or planning to have a baby in the future, the health of your baby has probably...

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Stress, anxiety, and epilepsy
April 6, 2022

What is stress? What are the symptoms of anxiety? Is anxiety and stress linked to epilepsy? Can a panic attack...

What are the early signs of a seizure disorder?
March 16, 2022

Updated 02/05/2023 What is a seizure? A seizure is a sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbance in the brain. The electrical disturbance...

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How to calculate heart rate from ECG
February 21, 2022

Updated 13 September 2023 While you can easily measure your heart rate by monitoring your pulse with modern technologies such...

What are focal onset seizures?
January 25, 2022

Telling one seizure type from another can be confusing to say the least as there are many different types of...

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[Video] How do weather, sleep, and time of day affect seizure risk forecasting?
September 29, 2021

Seer Medical is a research-driven medical technology company with a mission to empower people to take better control of their...

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Sleep Hygiene: What is it and why does it matter?
September 8, 2021

What do you think of when you hear the word hygiene? For many of us, our first thoughts usually jump...

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[Video] Improved seizure forecasting accuracy
August 25, 2021

Seer Medical is a research-driven medical technology company with a mission to empower people to take better control of their...

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[Video] Improving diagnostic yield of long-term epilepsy monitoring
July 23, 2021

Seer Medical is a research-driven MedTech company with a mission to empower people to take better control of their health....

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[Video] Meet Professor Mark Cook
June 29, 2021

Professor Mark Cook is an accomplished neurologist, with decades of experience in the field of neurology. He has dedicated his...

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Improving sleep when you have epilepsy
April 28, 2021

We all know that everyone needs to sleep. Without it, we’re not only tired but did you know that lack...

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Ambulatory EEG (AMB EEG): What is it?
April 7, 2021

What is an Ambulatory EEG (AMB EEG) test? What shows up on an ambulatory EEG test? How do I know...

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Talking to your children about epilepsy
March 31, 2021

As a parent, it’s natural to feel protective of your children. It’s natural to feel nervous about approaching certain topics...

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Melbourne Epilepsy Meeting 2021
March 26, 2021

Last week, the University of Melbourne hosted the Melbourne Epilepsy Conference. Seer’s Data Science Lead, Dr Ewan Nurse shares his...

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Are your memory problems normal?
March 22, 2021

A certain amount of loss in memory and brain function (thinking, reasoning, perception, and learning) is a perfectly normal part...

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7 tips for epilepsy caregivers
March 3, 2021

An epilepsy diagnosis in the family can be overwhelming at first. Some people with epilepsy do not need much help,...

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How is epilepsy diagnosed?
February 24, 2021

Diagnosing epilepsy is not always straightforward, but with the right care and investigation, your doctor will find you the best...

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Video-EEG — Hospital or Seer Medical?
February 17, 2021

Video-EEG monitoring is a comprehensive test used to diagnose seizures. It combines EEG recording (EEG, electroencephalogram, measures what’s happening in...

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6 unique stories from people touched by epilepsy
February 2, 2021

Moments by Seer is an interview series seeking to spread awareness about epilepsy. Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that affects...

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How to support a friend living with epilepsy
January 27, 2021

When you discover that someone you know or care about has epilepsy, you might not know how to respond or...

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What people with epilepsy want you to know
January 20, 2021

Though our modern understanding of epilepsy has come a long way, it can still be a mysterious subject for many...

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Tips for monitoring — Part 2: How to get the best monitoring results
December 22, 2020

Better data quality during your monitoring means more detailed information for your doctor and, hopefully, less testing for you moving...

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Ultimate guide to the ECG test
November 26, 2020

Updated 10/01/2022 What is an ECG? Why is an ECG test done? How does an ECG work? How is an...

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Video-EEG — Why is video used to diagnose seizures?
November 18, 2020

Updated 13/12/2021 When it comes to diagnosing seizures or seizure-like events, your doctor may recommend a few types of testing....

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Tips for monitoring — Part 1: How to prepare
November 10, 2020

We understand that long-term EEG monitoring isn’t anyone’s idea of fun, even if it is in the comfort of the...

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Ultimate guide to the EEG test
October 7, 2020

What is the EEG test? Why are EEG tests done? How does an EEG work? When should you get an...

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What to do when someone has a seizure? Download our printable poster
September 23, 2020

1 in 100 people will have an unprovoked seizure at some point in their lives. Seizures can happen to anyone...

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Is it safe to get an EEG during coronavirus?
September 9, 2020

Seer Medical is considered an essential service and our clinics remain open and operational. With the number of coronavirus (COVID-19)...

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Seizure terminology: A glossary
August 26, 2020

Epilepsy and seizure are complex. If you are new to the condition, there is a lot of terminologies to...

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The myths and facts of epilepsy
August 12, 2020

There are many old myths about epilepsy that still exist to this day. Epilepsy is misunderstood. Learn the myths...

How to keep track of seizures
July 29, 2020

Keeping track of seizures is so important. It not only helps doctors get a better understanding of the circumstances...

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Common seizure triggers: What are they and how to recognise them?
July 2, 2020

Seizure triggers and seizure causes are different. Here’s what you need to know about seizure triggers and how to...

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How to recognise seizure-like events that are not a seizure
June 30, 2020

It can be hard to tell what is or isn't a real seizure symptom. Here are some common seizure-like...

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What Questions Should You Ask Your doctor if you’re having seizures?
June 10, 2020

If you think you’re having seizures, it’s good to be prepared before seeing your doctor. Here are 9 questions...

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Research spotlight — Forecasting seizures with the Seer app
May 6, 2020

Seizure forecasting can remove the uncertainty of seizures. Seer App is being used in research to measure people’s chance...

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Epilepsy doctors: Who can diagnose and treat seizures?
April 1, 2020

Different types of doctors specialise in different areas. Who is the best doctor for your needs? What type of...

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Diagnosing seizures: How to tell you’ve had one and types of tests
March 22, 2020

Having a seizure is usually a sign that something needs to be addressed. Here’s what you need to know...

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Find out the types of seizures and their symptoms
February 21, 2020

The symptoms of a seizure are different and are not always obvious. Learn how symptoms may look for different...

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Ultimate Guide to Seizures
December 16, 2019

Almost everyone who experiences seizures experiences them in different ways, whether through the loss of control of motor skills,...