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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

April 17, 2025 To: Editors 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 American College of Physicians” The manuscript…

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 be…

Can Acupuncture Help Headache and Migraine?

March 2025, Episode 218: Can acupuncture help people living with migraine? Dr. Lindsay Weitzel sits down with neurologist and headache specialist Dr. Lauren Natbony to explore the science behind acupuncture for migraine and headache disorders. They discuss how it works,…

Taking Charge of Headache™

Taking Charge of Headache™ is a free webinar series empowering women veterans with knowledge and support. May Webinar: When you’ve tried everything and still haven’t found relief, what’s next? In this episode of Taking Charge of Headache, we’re tackling the…

Headache & Migraine News: FDA Approvals, Treatment Updates & More | March 2025

March 2025, Episode 217: The latest in migraine and headache news! In this episode, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, and Tim Smith, MD, discuss new FDA-approved migraine and pain treatments, surprising research findings, and what it all means for people living with…

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