The Will Erwin Headache Research Foundation (WEHRF), recently brought together researchers, Houstonians, and friends in Aspen, CO for an exciting evening of socializing, fundraising and education. The focus of the event was to share the ground-breaking research and...

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...

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.  

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.  

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...

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...

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...

For those with migraines, figuring out what causes the headache is an important part of prevention. While the exact causes of migraines are complicated and vary from person to person, there are some common factors that can bring about a headache. For some, headaches...

Headaches. We’ve all had them. They can range from a dull, annoying ache to a truly day-stopping throb. They can be localized to a single area, like the temple or forehead, or they can cover the entire head. They can last for only an hour, or they can go on for days....