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Caregiver and children together in a sunny garden, enjoying summer at home

June 1, 202610 min.

Epilepsy and Summer: A Caregiver's Guide to Staying Safe and Enjoying the Season

Summer is supposed to be the easy season with long evenings, time outdoors and a slower pace. But when you're caring for someone with epilepsy, the sunshine can come with a quiet undercurrent of worry. Will the heat make seizures more likely? What about the trip you've booked? Is it safe for them to swim?

March 9, 2026

Wearable Devices vs. Camera-Based Monitors: Which Seizure Alert Device Works Best For You?

You've spent another night checking the monitor every hour. Or maybe you've woken up to a false alarm, again. If you're living with epilepsy, or caring for someone who does, you know that nighttime isn't just exhausting. It's a constant, quiet kind of fear. You deserve a monitoring solution that actually works, without adding more to carry, wear, or worry about.

February 27, 2026

Types of Seizures: The Simple Guide for 2026

Epilepsy is often talked about as if it’s one single thing. In reality, “seizure” is an umbrella term, and the type of seizure someone has can change what it looks like, how long it lasts, and what kind of support is most helpful.

February 20, 2026

Epilepsy Diagnosis: What to Expect (EEG, MRI, Blood Tests)

By the Lampsy Team

February 9, 2026

Seizure vs Fainting: How to Tell the Difference (and When to Get Help)

You're standing in the kitchen when your loved one suddenly collapses. Or you wake up on the floor, confused and aching, with no memory of what happened. In that terrifying moment, one question becomes critical: Was this a seizure or fainting?

February 6, 2026

Epilepsy and Seizure Monitor Devices: What You Should Look For

You're awake at 2 a.m., checking your child's room for the third time tonight. Or perhaps you're an adult with epilepsy, tired of explaining your medical device to every new person you meet. The question weighs on you: is there a way to stay safe without sacrificing dignity, privacy, or a normal home life?