In this inaugural episode of the Taking Charge of Headache™ webinar series, we focus on the unique challenges women veterans face when living with headache and migraine. Hosted by Operation Brainstorm™ and SHERO Coffee Club, this session features personal stories, expert insights, and practical strategies to help veterans take control of their headache journey.
Guest speakers include U.S. Navy veteran Cheryl McJoy, who shares her powerful experience of navigating post-traumatic headache and self-advocacy, and Dr. Karen Williams, DNP, FNP-BC, an expert in headache care for veterans. Learn about diagnosis, treatment options, and resources designed to support those impacted by headache and migraine.
Meet Our Speakers:
Cheryl McJoy knows firsthand the debilitating impact of migraine attacks, having experienced them since suffering a head injury from a fall off the wing of an aircraft. Through years of persistence and self-advocacy, she has navigated the challenges of misdiagnosis, treatment roadblocks, and the often-overlooked complexities of migraine management. Now, she is committed to educating others on the science behind migraine, identifying triggers, and advocating for better care.
Dr. Karen Williams DNP, FNP-BC, brings over 40 years of experience in the healthcare field, with extensive expertise in using an integrative approach to headache and pain management. Dr. Williams retired from federal service in April 2023, where she served as the Deputy Director of the Headache Center of Excellence (HCoE) at the Central Virginia Veterans Affairs Healthcare System in Richmond, VA, for three years. Prior to that, she directed the Headache Clinic at the Central Texas Veterans Healthcare System in Temple, TX, for six years, after spending five years treating service members and veterans at the Traumatic Brain Injury Program at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany.
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Operation Brainstorm™ is a health resource initiative by the National Headache Foundation. It mission is to provide support, resources, and education to service members, veterans, and loved ones living with headache and migraine disease.
At Shero Coffee Club, we give you more than a delicious cup of coffee; we deliver a blend of purpose, resilience, and community. Every bag we roast is crafted with rich flavors that awaken the senses and fuel the ambitions of those who serve or support the mission of empowering women Veterans. We believe in the power of great coffee to inspire, connect, and uplift, while also honoring the unique journeys of women who have served.
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