Each year, approximately 90% of the U.S. population will experience at least one headache and 13% will experience migraine attacks. Of the 40 million people living with migraine disease in the U.S., only 15-30% will seek medical attention. Migraine is a serious condition that impacts…
You have almost made it through 2020 and the holiday season! Do you normally create a list of New Year’s resolutions? Here are some tips to help reduce stress, fight the winter blues, and prevent headache attacks before they happen: Work Schedule a realistic day….
We asked the migraine community to share their best gift ideas for people living with migraine disease and headache disorders, and they came through with fabulous suggestions! Prepared meals or meal kits Gift cards for restaurants that deliver Migraine kits (eye mask, earplugs, hot/cold pack,…
The holidays can bring both joy and extra stress. This year the holidays are intersecting with COVID-19, social distancing, package delays, and distance learning. In this week’s episode of Heads Up, Dr. Dawn Buse, a psychologist specializing in headache disorders, talks to Dr. Lindsay Weitzel…
Q and A with Dr. Merle Diamond, president and managing director of Diamond Headache Clinic, and board member of the National Headache Foundation What causes headaches? Headache is due to traction, pulling, or pressure on any pain sensitive structure in the brain. We divide headache…
People living with migraine disease who experience “weekend” attacks precipitated by oversleeping should try to awaken at the same time on weekends as they do during the week and to maintain a regular sleep pattern. Moreover, it is essential for people living with migraine disease…