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National Headache Foundation to Honor Jan Lewis Brandes, M.D., With Special Lifetime Achievement Award at Upcoming Annual Gala

Chicago, Ill. (October 3, 2022) – Jan Lewis Brandes, M.D., MS, AQH, of Nashville, Tenn., will be recognized for her lifetime achievements in migraine and headache medicine at the National Headache Foundation’s (NHF) 36th Annual Gala Oct. 8…

Ellen Aubry Memorial Award Given to ‘Chicago Fire’ for Accurate Depiction of Headache and Migraine

The National Headache Foundation (NHF) has selected the NBC television drama series “Chicago Fire” as the 2022 winner of the Ellen Aubry Memorial Award recognizing outstanding films, documentaries, news, and television projects that accurately depict people living with migraine and…

2022 Headache Heroes Announced

Congratulations to the 2022 National Headache Foundation Headache Heroes! We had an incredible pool of nominees to choose from, but these people exemplified the spirit of the Headache Hero award. Help us celebrate the Headache Heroes at the National Headache…

Save the Date for the 36th Annual Gala

The Renaissance Hotel Chicago will be the site of the National Headache Foundation’s 36th Annual Gala. The festive evening will consist of cocktails, dinner, a silent auction, music, dancing, and we will be honoring the 2022 Headache Heroes, The Ellen…

Headache Heroes 2022

Do you know a Headache Hero who has made a difference in the headache and migraine community? Let’s recognize the extraordinary people who go above and beyond to make the lives of others better. We’re seeking submissions for the following…

NHF Announces New Accuracy in Media Award For Depiction of Migraine and Headache Disorders in Film and TV

Ellen Aubry Memorial Award Nominations Are Due Aug. 15 Recognition at NHF’s Oct. 8 Gala Chicago, Ill. (Feb. 17, 2022) – The National Headache Foundation (NHF) announced a new annual award, the Ellen Aubry Memorial Award, to recognize the…

Submission Form for the National Headache Foundation’s Ellen Aubry Memorial Award

The Ellen Aubry Memorial Award recognizes outstanding films, documentaries, news, and television projects that accurately depict people living with migraine and headache disorders and help to raise awareness and reduce the stigma associated with them. Submissions will be accepted by…

Thank You Donors!

Thank you to these generous businesses and individuals for donating items to the silent auction at the NHF’s 35th Annual Gala! Silent Auction Donors: Axonoptics Bunches (a flower shop) Bunny Eyez Chicago Bears Chicago Botanic Gardens Chicago Cubs Chicago White…

Blue and Yellow Cityscapes Superhero Invitation

Awards For 2021 Headache Heroes

Headache Heroes 2021 Patient: Evie Mohan Advocate: Katie MacDonald Caregiver: Chris Charrett-Dykes Healthcare Provider: Jaclyn Duvall, MD, AQH Congratulations to the four Headache Heroes winners who were selected from the many nominations submitted by the public. The winners were honored…

Allie Sealey to Share Her Song About Living With Migraine

Country music star Allie Sealey will perform at the National Headache Foundation (NHF) Gala on Oct. 2 at the Langham Hotel, including her award-winning song, “Not All in Our Heads.” California-born Sealey earned an award for her song that resonates…

Meet the Winners of the National Headache Foundation’s 2nd Annual Headache Heroes Awards

The NHF selection committee had the difficult task of choosing four winners from the outstanding pool of nominees submitted by the public. The four winners exemplify the spirit of the Headache Hero award and go above and beyond to raise…

Save the Date for the 35th Annual Gala!

Celebrating a New Era of Care Saturday, October 2, 2021 Join us in person or virtually The Langham Hotel Chicago will be the site of the National Headache Foundation’s 35th Annual Gala. Guests are also welcome to attend the event…

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