VNS Therapy™ in the News
Life-changing seizure control makes a great headline. Hear the experiences of doctors and people living with VNS Therapy™ as shared with the media.
Queen Creek family finds hope in epilepsy treatment
From Yellowstone National Park to their home in Queen Creek, Arizona, Brittany Miller enjoys both the big and little moments with her daughter, “Brookie the Brave,” who was diagnosed with drug-resistant epilepsy within the first year of her life.
Read more about Brooke’s inspiring story and how VNS Therapy™ helps control her seizures in the Queen Creek Tribune.
VNS Therapy™ is an add-on neuromodulation treatment designed for people with drug-resistant epilepsy 4 years of age and older with partial onset seizures.
Common side effects of VNS Therapy™ include hoarseness, shortness of breath, sore throat and cough. See important safety information at http://www.vnstherapy.com/safety
How a tiny implant can stop seizures from happening
Having more seizure-free moments allows Kate Faulkner to get back to the things she loves most – especially being in the kitchen. Read more about Kate’s love for cooking and how VNS Therapy™ helps control her seizures on NPR.
VNS Therapy™ is an add-on neuromodulation treatment designed for people with drug-resistant epilepsy 4 years of age and older with partial onset seizures. VNS Therapy is not indicated for the treatment of depression in epilepsy patients.
Common side effects of VNS Therapy™ include hoarseness, shortness of breath, sore throat and cough. See important safety information here: http://www.vnstherapy.com/safety
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Bella's Story Made of Milestones
Chris Aguilar, a VNS Therapy™ Ambassador, knew some of his daughter’s milestones wouldn’t be easy following her diagnosis of drug-resistant epilepsy. Now, at 17 years old, Bella is defying the odds and thriving—excelling in school and sports, while applying to colleges.
Read more about Bella’s milestones and how VNS Therapy™ has helped her achieve them in the October issue of Exceptional Parent Magazine on page 22.
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Youngsville woman lives seizure free for seven years after using a drug resistant therapy
Jenee Leger went from winning competitions to becoming an advocate for those with drug-resistant epilepsy—just like her.
Read more about Jenee’s story and how VNS Therapy™ helps control her seizures on The Daily Advertiser.
VNS Therapy™ is an add-on neuromodulation treatment designed for people with drug-resistant epilepsy 4 years of age and older with partial onset seizures.
Common side effects of VNS Therapy™ include hoarseness, shortness of breath, sore throat and cough. See important safety information here: https://www.vnstherapy.com/safety
Baylor student female owned business
After years of stressful emergency room trips, VNS Therapy™ patient launched a business idea to help others face long hospital stays.
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Archive
- FOX SA | San Antonio Veteran finds seizure relief with help of medical device
- Trib Live | 'Elective' surgery not always optional
- WPLG | New device helps control seizures of South Florida boy with epilepsy
- WTVA | New treatment helps Ole Miss student with seizures live normal life
- ABC News | 6-year-old with epilepsy gets a surprise visit from NBA all-star
- Health Professional Radio | VNS Therapy for drug-resistant epilepsy
- Castle Rock News-Press | Teacher hopes to start on journey of foster care
- Health Professional Radio | How to control drug-resistant epilepsy
- Highlands Ranch Herald | Athlete shines in state Special Olympics
- Denver7 ABC | John Olson scales mountains to raise awareness about epilepsy
- WBOY | WVU Medicine offering new treatment for epilepsy patients
- People | Golden retriever service dog snuggles seizures away
