Epilepsy Drug Linked to Risk of Autism

EPILEPSY NEWSLETTER
From WebMD
Week of December 7

In This Issue:
> Saving Money on Your Drugs - 11 Dos and Don'ts
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyK0Ez
> Epilepsy Drugs: The Generic Drug Debate
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyL0E1
> His Brother's Keeper
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyM0E2

Today's Top Story: Epilepsy Drug Linked to Risk of Autism
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyN0E3
A new study shows that pregnant women who take the epilepsy drug
valproate may increase their child's risk of autism - important news
you need to know.
Also See:
> Have Painkillers Become a Problem?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyO0E4
> 9 Ways To Keep Kids Healthy
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyP0E5
> When Dizzy Equals Danger
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyQ0E6

HEALTH NEWS HEADLINES

Stretch Your Health Care Dollars
The economic crunch is being felt by all. So WebMD went to the experts
in health to find out how you can safely and effectively make your
dollar go the distance. Take a look at this 3-part series.
> Part 1: Drugs - 11 Dos and Don'ts
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyK0Ez
> Part 2: Doctor Visits - 11 Dos and Don'ts
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyR0E7
> Part 3: 8 Tips on Children's Care
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyS0E8

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EDITOR'S PICKS

Test Your Health Smarts - You Could Win a Wii Fit!
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Epilepsy Drugs: The Generic Drug Debate
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyL0E1
The FDA says there's no problem using generic epilepsy drugs for
epilepsy, but many doctors who specialize in treating epilepsy don't
agree.
Also See:
> Brain Damage: Causes and Treatments
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyX0EE
> Treating Your Child's Cold and Fever
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyY0EF
> Squash Your Tummy Fat!
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyZ0EG

More Hot Topics on WebMD:
> How to Help Your Child Succeed in School
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> Easy Tips for Keeping Your Baby Happy (Not Itchy)
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyb0EO
> 10 Tips to Ease Nighttime Pain
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyc0EP
> Are Pain and Fatigue Changing Your Life?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyd0EQ
> Kids' Cold and Fever: Treatment Tips That Might Surprise You
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyY0EF
> Incontinence: A Woman's Little Secret
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZye0ER

From the Pediatrician to Your Inbox
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MEMBERS ARE TALKING

From the Epilepsy Support Group message board:
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyf0ES

Did My Brother Have a Seizure?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e33f0Nec4j0BaK0BZyM0E2
This member is worried that brother has had a seizure, but their
mother thinks the episode was due to dehydration. Concerns and worries
are escalating. Read more here and join the conversation with your
thoughts.

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