Epilepsy is one of the most common disorders of the nervous system, affecting approximately 50 million people worldwide with as many as 200,000 Americans diagnosed for the first time each year. The recent Epilepsy Empowerment Roundtable in Washington, D.C aims at reducing the stigma surrounding epilepsy.

You may think the back seat of your own car is the safest mode of transportation for your school-bound child. Think again. School buses are the safest and largest mass transportation system in the United States, according to research by the School Bus Information Council (SBIC).

By 2030, the number of Americans 80 and older is expected to rise from 9.3 million (in 2000) to 10.5 million. With this increased average life span, comes an increased demand on resources from health to social services. Volunteer-based organizations are stepping in to fill a growing need.

While conventional fundraisers may struggle in the tough economy, that doesn't mean people are unwilling to give. You just have to come up with some creative ways to make fundraising -- and in turn giving -- fun.

What do a world class golfer, a U. S. congressman and an international CEO have in common? They all answered the call to public service -- two in uniform and one to elected office. The U.S. Navy Memorial will honor these sea service supporters on Sept. 30, 2008.

American service men and women put their lives on the line everyday to keep our nation safe. This testament to bravery requires the utmost physical and mental conditioning and sharpness at all times. There are mental health effects that war has on service men and women, and family members also feel the impact. There are a variety of things military members and spouses can do to understand the warning signs of and treatment options for mental health issues.

Things like giving, sharing and volunteering are all things children should learn, but how can you teach them in a fun and meaningful way? Here are some ideas that make learning these values enjoyable for both parent and child.