Sleep is a basic function of the brain, whose function still remains unknown. To understand sleep, adequate recording and analysis tools are mandatory. Therefore processing programs and monitoring devices are currently under development. Sleep disorders affect not only sleep but also daytime performance. Basically they strongly interfere with the restorative functions of normal sleep.
Epilepsy represents a transient and terrible catastrophe in brain physiology.
Epileptic fits strongly affect the quality of life of individuals. In synthesis they represent high global burden diseases and therefore they need adequate management strategies. Dissemination of associated knowledge in primary care centres is a crucial step. Continuous learning and updating are essential in modern medical practice. On the other hand the inclusion of context sensitive access mechanisms to multimedia messaging can be used as online help and consultancy provided by appropriate specialists.