
A Hero for Epileptics
By A Hero for Epileptics
To increase awareness about epilepsy & other disorders. Focus on giving everyone the courage to live everyday no matter what.

A Hero for Epileptics Feb 17, 2020
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Epilepsy and where we are today
AHFE has been offline for a bit on our podcast and we are back to share info with our listeners and where we are with our Founders condition. Learn more at www.aheroforepileptics.org #Epilepsy #Seizures
Jul 14, 202328:29

2022 New Year Podcast
Seizures, Covid, work and the new year. Let’s go!
Jan 27, 202221:22

Another day for AHFE
Catching up on where we are and How Bruno is doing with new seizure meds and the RNS device
Jun 24, 202107:10

Epilepsy Description of Events
The CEO asks his partner/caregiver to describe a seizure from start to finish.
Apr 11, 202122:56

February 2021 updates
Another month into the COVID pandemic and we discuss where we are, new tests for Bruno’s epilepsy and other safety tips to keep you well in your own home if a seizure occurs.
Feb 26, 202128:23

New year for AHFE
Happy New Year to all our followers and we hope you are all well and staying strong. It’s been a long year and we look forward to a more positive one health wise this year.
Jan 16, 202127:20

November is Epilepsy Awareness Month
Where are we with AHFE and what does this month mean to us.
Nov 09, 202007:31

Today with A Hero for Epileptics
We are again back after a lot of craziness happening this past few months. We are all surviving right now and have to stay positive.
Aug 30, 202011:53

A Hero for Epileptics is back on track
We have been moving and taking care of our health, but we are ready to get back to business and raise awareness about epilepsy.
Jun 28, 202019:57

AHFE Introduces MedicAlert Foundation Healthy Hour COVID-19 Q&A
Informative live health hour from MedicAlert Foundation focusing on COVID-19 with special guest , Dr. David Shulkin answering questions. Access the compiled resource center here - https://www.medicalert.org/covid19resourcecenter
Apr 02, 202001:01:32

Purple Day and special guest MedicAlert Foundation
Today is Purple Day and we are joined by our founder and CEO, Bruno Fiacco as well as special guest MedicAlert Foundation. You can learn more about them at www.MedicAlert.org and www.MedicAlert.org/living-with-epilepsy Use code PROTECT25 to save 25% on a new medical ID.
Mar 26, 202030:28

March awareness and Purple Day prep
Where are we during this time and why it’s important to remember those with neurological conditions while facing Covid-19.
Mar 23, 202013:30

Facts about doctors and treatment plans
Who are the doctors that focus on the brain and nervous system and why is proper medicine taking important.
Feb 17, 202000:58

Updates on life Part II
Second half of where we are with Bruno’s healing and AHFE.
Feb 17, 202008:32

Updates on life Part I
Where we are as a an .org, personal growth and AHFE happenings. Also an update on the Founder as he recovers from RNS implantation.
Feb 17, 202008:10

New year and new happenings
Happy New Year and what AHFE has been up to in the way of surgery, investing and work.
Jan 27, 202003:21

AHFE and why you need to be involved.
We are a non profit organization raising much needed awareness about epilepsy. The founder had epilepsy and his wife works with him as both a caregiver and business partner. Their mission is to get more research to find a cure and also make sure that all those with epilepsy or other brain disorders keep fighting everyday to have a better tomorrow.
Jan 04, 202000:59

Where we are, buying property and what’s next.
Its the time of year for fundraising as well as a decision to purchase our first property. We also discuss what’s next for the CEO as we are speaking to a surgeon this week about a neuro procedure.
Dec 16, 201919:56

Importance of Hobbies and updates
Where AHFE is? potential surgery for our CEO and keeping sage hobbies.
Dec 08, 201904:21

Seizure Response Plan
In case of an epilepsy emergency keep a written response plan with you.
Nov 24, 201900:46

Weekend Epilepsy warrior
Running around, seeing family and where Bruno’s health is.
Nov 11, 201916:21

November is Epilepsy Awareness Month 2
Michelle Fiacco, CMO of AHFE talks about epilepsy in the US and how it compares to other neurological conditions.
Oct 31, 201900:33

November is Epilepsy Awareness Month 1
Over 65 million people have epilepsy worldwide and close to 4 million in the US. Bruno Fiacco, our CEO wants to raise awareness all November long.
Oct 31, 201900:33

Holiday travel and marriage
Plans for holiday pre travel that also keeps someone with epilepsy safe. Why it’s important to work together in a marriage.
Oct 24, 201908:08

AHFE updates for October
Where are we with medical and non profit work. Also our condolences to the Cervantes family.
Oct 15, 201908:08

Epilepsy affects many
Worldwide as well as domestic US stats.
Oct 07, 201900:58

Do what you can.
Life gets in the way and you have to remind yourself that sometimes you will get upset or be tired or not in the mood to deal with certain aspects of your day. Don’t give up no matter the condition you are facing or if you are a caregiver. We are all human. Support AHFE today at www.aheroforepileptics.org/donate
Sep 30, 201915:49

This weeks events
What is happening with the cat? How were Bruno’s seizures this week?
Sep 21, 201925:06

Focal epilepsy and the movies
We remember 9/11, How can you enjoy movies with bright lights and flashing?
Sep 11, 201907:22

Are there different types of epilepsy? Yes
Seizures can be placed in many categories based on the parts of the brain in which they occur. There are over 40 types of seizures.
Sep 01, 201901:05

Post vacation follow up
Taking a break is always important and sometimes leaving your home is healthy.
Aug 24, 201914:53

What do you learn from an EEG?
This is a tool that helps doctors diagnose epilepsy by finding irregular electrical activity in the brain.
Aug 11, 201900:44

What’s next for our CEO
Bruno Fiacco, CEO of AHFE has started a new diet, is seeing his eligibility for a medical procedure and has been having some dizziness in the am.
Aug 02, 201917:08

VNS vs RNS vs DBS
What are the differences between devices to control seizures?
Jul 24, 201916:35

AHFE in mid July
Doctors appointments, summer and staying busy in an epilepsy world.
Jul 15, 201914:10

Dedicated to Cameron Boyce
Cameron had a seizure in his sleep and although it may not have been from epilepsy, it is still important to raise awareness around why seizures occur and how they affect all our lives. We also discuss 4th of July and the weekend.
Jul 07, 201917:35

What are non epileptic seizures?
There are many factors that can cause a seizure that may not make it epilepsy. You will get an overview of what those are.
Jun 29, 201900:49

Weekly update from AHFE
Its been very busy in and out of the organization. Always good to get re grounded and continue to work hard.
Jun 27, 201908:15

Learn your surroundings.
Whether it’s a new cat or new a new person or a new job, make sure you learn about every facet of what you are doing so that it’s comfortable and happy all around.
Jun 19, 201919:46

June updates
Where are we with the cat, the company and life?
Jun 11, 201908:04

Rescue cats & epilepsy
So per the neurologist recommendation we got a cat to see if he will help with Bruno’s seizures, give him companionship and comfort him.
Jun 03, 201908:23

Where has the week gone?
From the conference on Sunday to Bruno having some seizures that have left him a little bruised to what we have planned for the long holiday weekend.
May 25, 201910:43

Treat everyone like humans
No matter what someone is facing they are not their illness or disorder or issues. They are a person and should be treated as such. Also as a caretaker you have to take care of yourself.
May 18, 201914:24

Social factors that may affect their health
May 09, 201901:07

AHFE Future Prototypes
We discuss tonight with our CEO Bruno Fiacco, 2 upcoming ideas that may lead to some big things.
May 06, 201926:44

2019 Travel prep
We have a lot going on at AHFE including an upcoming trip. What do you do to get prepared?
Apr 27, 201915:27

Weekend Check-in
Its a holiday weekend for everyone celebrating Easter and/or Passover. We just want to give some brief insight as to where we are as a non profit and what we will be doing to keep raising awareness for epilepsy.
Apr 20, 201910:11

This week from A Hero for Epileptics
Holidays, health and what we are up to.
Apr 15, 201913:48

Epilepsy, meds & other alternatives
Do meds help all epileptics and those with seizures? What else are we looking to do to control seizures? Where is AHFE right now?
Apr 08, 201910:34

Epilepsy/Autism & staying healthy
Apr 02, 201930:47