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Allodynia, Central Sensitization, and the Progression of Migraine

June 2025, Episode 225: Why can something as simple as wearing earrings or taking a shower trigger pain when living with migraine? In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, is joined by leading headache specialist Dr. Richard Lipton to…

National Headache Foundation Announces CEO Succession Plan

Katy Oakley to succeed Susan Lane Stone on September 2, 2025. CHICAGO, IL – June 24, 2025 – National Headache Foundation (NHF) today announced a planned leadership transition, confirming that Katy Oakley, currently Associate Vice President, Programs & Partnerships, will…

National Mall ‘Flags for Headaches’ Installation Calls for Urgent Federal Action on Migraine and Headache Disorders

National Headache Foundation in partnership with the Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy held a national event at the National Mall Wednesday, June 5, 2025 to call attention to the need to address headache and migraine issues that impact 40 million…

Misunderstood and Misdiagnosed: A New Look at ME/CFS

June 2025, Episode 224: What do migraine, chronic fatigue, and connective tissue have in common? In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD talks with neurologist Ilene Ruhoy, MD, about the misunderstood world of ME/CFS. They explore how fatigue, headache,…

AbbVie Migraine Career Catalyst Award™ Open for Applicants

The AbbVie Migraine Career Catalyst Award™ is back for its second year, offering support to individuals living with migraine who are striving toward professional or educational goals.This year 20 recipients will win up to $2,500 in grants to help advance…

The Autonomic Nervous System’s Role in Headache and Migraine

June 2025, Episode 223: What do symptoms like fatigue, dizziness, nausea, and brain fog have in common? They may all be signs of autonomic nervous system (ANS) dysfunction—an often-overlooked factor in headache and migraine care. In this episode of HeadWise,…

S1.E3. Treatment Options Within Military Benefits | Taking Charge of Headache™

We explore the wide range of treatment options available to veterans and active-duty service members—from emergency care to preventive therapies, holistic strategies, neuromodulation devices, and more. We’re joined by Dr. Karen Williams, a nationally recognized expert in integrative headache and…

Prescribing Medications Off-Label for Kids

May 2025, Episode 222: Why do we have so few FDA approved migraine medications for children? Should parents be concerned when their children are prescribed one or more medications that are “off-label” for pediatric patients? What does “off-label” really mean?…

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…

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