National Headache Foundation Shines a Spotlight on Migraine and Headache in June, Migraine and Headache Awareness Month

National Headache Foundation Shines a Spotlight on Migraine and Headache in June, Migraine and Headache Awareness Month

Chicago, Ill. (June 1, 2023) – The National Headache Foundation (NHF), a leading organization dedicated to providing research, awareness, education, and advocacy for individuals living with headache and migraine, is proud to announce the observance of Migraine and Headache Awareness…

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HeadWise: A New Voice in Advocacy

HeadWise: A New Voice in Advocacy

Episode 155: A New Voice in Advocacy “Within (the migraine community) I noticed there was a need for a voice that had not been heard before…I thought maybe my voice would help.” Kelsey Feng is a dedicated migraine and chronic…

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National Headache Foundation Announces New Operation Brainstorm Listening Session

National Headache Foundation Announces New Operation Brainstorm Listening Session

Oklahoma City, Okla. (May 22, 2023) – The National Headache Foundation (NHF) announced today it is hosting a listening session affiliated with Operation Brainstorm at the American Legion Post 12 in Warr Acres, Okla., from 6 – 7:30 p.m. on…

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Nominations Now Open For Ellen Aubry Award

Chicago, Ill. (May 1, 2023) – The National Headache Foundation (NHF) announced today it is seeking 2023 nominations for the Ellen Aubry Memorial Award to recognize the accurate depiction of headache and migraine disorders in film and television media. Nominations…

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HeadWise Podcast on migraine and headache news

HeadWise: News Update on Headache and Migraine

Episode 153 News Edition – April.23: In this Headwise News Episode, Lindsay Weitzel, Ph.D., talks to headache specialist and clinical trial expert Tim Smith, MD, about three new medication announcements plus an exciting new study linking genetic, hormone, and circadian…

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Call For Research Proposals-2023

The National Headache Foundation, a not-for-profit organization located in Chicago, IL, hereby publishes its call for research proposals. The Foundation intends to award one or more research grants in its 2023 funding cycle. Experienced researchers and research organizations are encouraged…

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NHF’s Migraine University Program Representatives Visit Campuses, Shares Strategies

Migraine University, a signature program of the non-profit National Headache Foundation (NHF), provides resources for young people living with migraine disease and headache disorders while trying to navigate their college experience. NHF representatives have visited hundreds of college campuses for…

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A New Diagnosis With MUMS

Cannon Tekstar Hodge’s career in the fashion industry was derailed by a triple migraine diagnosis of Vestibular Migraine, Sinus Migraine, and Migraine with Unilateral Motor Symptoms (MUMS). Cannon is now a super migraine advocate. She uses her background and social…

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HeadWise – Episode 151: Cluster Headache and Clusterbusters

HeadWise – Episode 151: Cluster Headache and Clusterbusters

HeadWise – Episode 151: Cluster Headache and Clusterbusters Don’t miss Dr. Lindsay Weitzel’s discussion with Bob Wold, the Founder and Executive Director of Clusterbusters, a nonprofit dedicated to researching and curing cluster headache while advocating to improve the lives of…

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Springtime With Migraine and Headache Disorders

Spring is a season of new beginnings, however, for many individuals living with migraine and other headache disorders, it’s also a season of new challenges. The change in weather can increase symptoms, and the fluctuation in barometric pressure, temperature, and…

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National Headache Foundation Congratulates 30 New AQH Certificate Holders Following Spring Exam

Chicago, Ill. (March 21, 2023) – Thirty healthcare providers across the country were recently named new recipients of the National Headache Foundation (NHF) Certificate of Added Qualification in Headache Medicine (AQH) following the Spring exam. “I would like to congratulate…

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HeadWise – Episode 150: Living With Migraine in the Military

HeadWise – Episode 150: Living With Migraine in the Military

Don’t miss this episode of HeadWise to celebrate International Women’s Day. Dr. Lindsay Weitzel talks with Samantha Aquino, an active duty U.S. service member and Marine Corps combat veteran who served four deployments, including two tours in Afghanistan. She was…

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