Jayla | Defying the Odds
Jayla Booker, a 16-year-old athlete, has faced a life-changing challenge since her epilepsy diagnosis in 2021. However, she has not allowed this to deter her from pursuing her passion for […]
Jayla Booker, a 16-year-old athlete, has faced a life-changing challenge since her epilepsy diagnosis in 2021. However, she has not allowed this to deter her from pursuing her passion for […]
Jeremiah Norris was born in Richmond, VA., on April 22, 1977, with his umbilical cord wrapped around his neck. He had his first epileptic seizure shortly after being born and
John Fornash joined Epilepsy Alliance Florida in 2018. At the time, he was overwhelmed upon learning he had epilepsy. Aside from not knowing much about the disease, he was having
Keondrae was a standout football player at his high school, known for his athletic excellence, academic achievements, and the admiration of his peers. Life seemed to be on the right
In the heart of Fort Lauderdale, amidst the gentle sway of palm trees, resides a brave young soul named Leo. At six years old, he embarked on a journey that
Magdalena’s epilepsy diagnosis at the age of five shaped her childhood into one marked by ostracism and misunderstanding. This included being placed in special education classes, despite her good grades.
Nicola Jordan has been under pressure most of her life. As a child, she experienced a series of traumatic events including falling out of a 30-foot-high tree and a car
Nicolas Diaz’s life took an unexpected turn at the age of 16 when he was diagnosed with epilepsy. With no family history of the disease, this news was a shock.
Epilepsy Alliance Florida has been a major support system in Raquel Cordovi’s faith to move forward after being diagnosed with epilepsy as an adult I started experiencing seizures as an
Forty-four-year-old Robert was diagnosed with epilepsy in 2006. Since his diagnosis, he has learned to take his life day by day – identifying and listening to his body’s warning signs.