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Feeling Seen by Your Provider

May 2025, Season 2 Episode 3: In the final episode of our NHF Insights series, Dr. Jaclyn Duvall and Dr. Karen Cassiday discuss the importance of feeling seen by healthcare providers. Many survey respondents expressed frustration that their doctors didn’t…

New NHF Partnership with Healthline Media

Now through June, NHF is proud to partner with Healthline Media to amplify education during Migraine and Headache Awareness Month. As part of this campaign, Healthline is spotlighting migraine resources and sharing expert-backed content to help people better understand and manage…

Blending East & West for Mind-Body Alignment. Insights from Dr. Trupti Gokani

May 2025, Episode 221: In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, sits down with Trupti Gokani, MD, neurologist and Ayurvedic expert, to explore the profound impact of stress on the mind and body. Dr. Gokani shares her unique perspective…

S1.E2. The Road to Diagnosis & Care | Taking Charge of Headache™

April 2025, Episode 2: In “The Road to Diagnosis,” we’ll walk through what happens during a headache evaluation, including neurological exams, red flag symptoms, imaging decisions, and how to create a care plan that reflects your goals and preferences. Episode…

NHF Response – ACP Guideline in Prevention of Episodic Migraine

May 9, 2025 To: Annals of Internal Medicine Editorial Board Re: Response Statement by the National Headache Foundation (NHF) to Qaseem et al. on the “Prevention of Episodic Migraine Using Pharmacologic Treatments in Outpatient Settings: A Clinical Guideline From the…

Operation Brainstorm Featured in VFW Magazine

Veterans Face Higher Burden of Migraine and Headache Disorders Migraine and headache disease are invisible, but their impact is undeniable. For millions of Americans, including a disproportionate number of veterans, these neurologic conditions interfere with daily life, work, relationships, and…

The Treatment Gap: Awareness vs. Action

April 2025, Episode 2 Series 2: Dr. Jaclyn Duvall and Dr. Karen Cassiday examine the widespread use of over-the-counter medications and caffeine as migraine management strategies. The survey found that only 15% of eligible individuals take preventive medication, even though…

Sleep and Migraine

April 2025, Episode 220: In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, is joined by headache specialist Lauren Natbony, MD, for an in-depth conversation on the complex relationship between sleep and migraine. They explore questions many people living with migraine…

Can Massage Therapy Help Your Headache Attacks?

Many people struggle with headache attacks on an infrequent, episodic, or chronic basis. Different types of headache disorders have different causes and treatments, and massage therapy may be considered to complement a treatment plan.

The Emotional Toll of Attacks

April 2025: In the latest episode of NHF Insights, Dr. Jaclyn Duvall speaks with Dr. Karen Cassiday about the burden of migraine—even for those who experience fewer attacks. Despite a reduction in headache days, many people still report a significant…

Nutraceuticals for Headache and Migraine | What Works and What Doesn’t?

April 2025, Episode 219: Are nutraceuticals and supplements effective for migraine and headache prevention? In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, sits down with Stewart Tepper, MD, a leading expert in headache medicine, to discuss the evidence behind popular…

Self-Advocacy Tips for Patients of Color

Addressing Health Disparities in Headache and Migraine Care By: Cheryl McJoy, Katy Oakley, and Fabiola Palomo Headache and migraine disorders disproportionately impact marginalized communities. If you’ve ever sat in a doctor’s office, clutching your head in pain, only to…

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