HeadWise

We have a new episode of HeadWise out now! In this August News Episode, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, and Headache Specialist Dr. Tim Smith, MD, discuss new data related to: · Treatment for people with either NDPH or "persistent post-traumatic headache." · Children in families with familial hemiplegic migraine. · The effect of monoclonal antibody treatments for migraine on symptoms of "visual hypersensitivity." · Differences in hormone levels between people with and without migraine.

This month's HeadWise News episode has lots of new headache and migraine data! • Is there an association between "growing pains" in childhood and future migraine? • Are certain people with migraine at higher risk of dying from cardiovascular disease? • What new genetic associations have been found in cluster headache? • Does cortical spreading depolarization cause migraine? • Should certain people wait longer before giving up on CGRP medications?

In this week's episode of HeadWise, Dawn Buse, PhD and Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, discuss the topic of suicide ideation, migraine, and headache disorders. - What types of thoughts and signs should we be on the lookout for in ourselves and others? - What are the positive protective factors that we can build into our lives - What are some of the factors that put our community most at risk? Plus some of the ways to get help and support. Please remember the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is always available by dialing 988.

Do you discuss the true impact that migraine has on your life with your healthcare provider? In this week's episode of HeadWise Lindsay Weitzel, PhD discusses recent data from the OVERCOME study with one of the study's authors: headache specialist Bert Vargas, MD. This recently published data shows that many of us are not discussing the true impact of our migraine disease with our healthcare providers, and this may have an effect on our treatment plans. Listen in for this discussion on how we might improve our communication and optimize our care.

Explore the concept and benefits of self-care for people with headache and migraine disorders. Discuss the guilt associated with taking time for oneself and the importance of finding a balance. Learn how self-care impacts not only individuals but also those around them. Prioritize self-care, maintain hope, and seek treatment for depression if necessary.

The December 2023 HeadWise News Episode is here! Which migraine medication was just shown to be effective in preventing menstrually related migraine? Can we use Ubrelvy to stop a migraine attack before it even starts? What is the latest on the use of Nerivio in adolescents with migraine? Are some genetic variants protective against migraine? Tune in as Lindsay Weitzel, PhD asks headache specialist and clinical trials expert Tim Smith, MD to give his insight on all this new data.

HeadWise Episode 155: A New Voice in Migraine Advocacy "Within (the migraine community) I noticed there was a need for a voice that had not been heard before...I thought maybe my voice would help." Kelsey Feng is a dedicated migraine and chronic disease advocate who educates and builds community through Kelsey's Migraine on Instagram. Don't miss this episode where Lindsay Weitzel, PhD hears Kelsey's journey, what Kelsey felt was missing, and what motivated Kelsey to become so dedicated to migraine advocacy.

In this Headwise News Episode, Lindsay Weitzel, Ph.D., talks to headache specialist and clinical trial expert Tim Smith, MD, about three new medication announcements plus an exciting new study linking genetic, hormone, and circadian data to both cluster headache and migraine. Get your first podcast episode mixed for free at Resonate Recordings with this link: bit.ly/PodcastNHF

A new paper was just published that found an inverse association between fiber intake and the occurrence of migraine and other severe headache. In this week's episode of HeadWise Lindsay Weitzel, Ph.D. asks Board Certified Neurologist Amelia Barrett, MD, why fiber intake might help migraine and other severe headache disorders. Dr. Barrett also gives practical advice on how to increase our fiber intake. Get your first podcast episode mixed for free at Resonate Recordings with this link: bit.ly/PodcastNHF

"There is no shame in needing to take preventive meds...I recognize how it improves my quality of life." -Cannon Tekstar Hodge Cannon Tekstar Hodge's career in the fashion industry was derailed by a triple migraine diagnosis of Vestibular Migraine, Sinus Migraine, and Migraine with Unilateral Motor Symptoms (MUMS). Cannon is now a super migraine advocate. She uses her background and social media influence to educate people about migraine. Meet Cannon, and learn about the little-known diagnosis of MUMS. Tune in for the latest episode of HeadWise with Dr. Lindsay Weitzel and Cannon Tekstar Hodge. Get your first podcast episode mixed for free at Resonate Recordings with this link: bit.ly/PodcastNHF