- YouTuber Annabelle Ham tragically passed away due to an “epileptic event,” as confirmed by her family on Tuesday.
- In a heartfelt Instagram post, Annabelle’s family expressed their grief and shared that she had been struggling with epilepsy for a long time. They also pledged to raise awareness about the condition in her honor.
- Sudden unexpected death in epilepsy, a rare occurrence, affects 1 in 1000 people annually.
YouTuber Annabelle Ham passed away due to an “epileptic event,” according to her family’s announcement.
In an Instagram post on Annabelle’s account, her family shared the heartbreaking news and revealed her long-standing battle with epilepsy. They expressed their commitment to raising awareness about this condition in her memory.
Based in Atlanta and a student at Kennesaw State University, Annabelle had a sizeable following on YouTube and Instagram, where she shared lifestyle content, daily vlogs, beauty tips, and hauls. She was also a member of the Alpha Omicron Pi sorority.
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurring, unprovoked seizures. These seizures involve abnormal and excessive electrical activity in the brain and can result in involuntary changes in body movement or function, sensation, behavior, or awareness.
According to CDC data, approximately 3.4 million people in the US live with epilepsy.
Alexandria Ham, Annabelle’s sister, expressed profound sorrow on Instagram, describing her as a radiant presence in the world.
In another Instagram post, Amelia Ham, Annabelle’s sister, expressed the indescribable pain of losing a loved one to such a tragic event.
Sudden unexpected death in epilepsy is a rare occurrence
An official cause of death has not been disclosed. However, SUDEP Action, a charity organization, states that sudden unexpected death in epilepsy affects approximately 1 in 1000 individuals with the condition each year. The risk of SUDEP is higher in individuals with complex and rare forms of epilepsy, regardless of age.
Epilepsy Action highlights specific factors that can increase the risk of SUDEP, such as tonic-clonic seizures, seizures during sleep, irregular medication intake, and living alone.
The exact cause of SUDEP is unknown, but potential factors may include seizures causing interruptions in breathing or dangerous heart rhythms, as reported by the CDC.
To reduce the risk of SUDEP, it is recommended to take prescribed medication consistently, maintain a seizure diary, and avoid triggers like lack of sleep, excessive stress, or alcohol consumption.
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