Migraine and Aura

Migraine and Aura

Approximately one in four migraine sufferers will experience a migraine with aura. Below, we’ll define what aura is, when it usually occurs, and what the symptoms are. What Is Aura? Aura is the second of the four possible phases of a migraine: Premonitory...
Great Day Houston

Great Day Houston

June is Migraine and Headache Awareness Month! Our board member, Heidi Bedell, and Executive Advisor, Christine Hollinden, helped raise awareness about these debilitating headaches and shared the mission of The Will Erwin Headache Research Foundation....
Migraine and Headache Tracker

Migraine and Headache Tracker

Tracking your migraines and headaches can be a helpful tool in identifying triggers, patterns, and trends in your debilitating headaches. Use this tracker to document your symptoms and speak to your doctor about any patterns you notice.  
Lower Daily Stress to Reduce Migraine Frequency

Lower Daily Stress to Reduce Migraine Frequency

Consider these statistics: Migraine pain and symptoms affect 29.5 million Americans, and approximately 75% of these people are women. Women report more painful and longer-lasting headaches and more symptoms, such as nausea and vomiting. Migraines are most common in...
Migraines and Mental Health

Migraines and Mental Health

Although researchers have not discovered a singular link that accounts for the close relationship between migraines, anxiety, and depression, there’s no denying that a connection exists between disabling headaches and mental health disorders. People who suffer from...
Helping a Loved One with Migraines

Helping a Loved One with Migraines

Watching a loved one struggle with a migraine or debilitating headache can leave you feeling helpless. While you might not be able to wave a magic wand to take the pain away, you can comfort and support them in many important ways. Understanding What’s Happening to...