Year Of The Migraine - My Covid ExperienceI think it’s safe to say that 2020 has been a pretty memorable year for all of us. I know for me, personally, it’s absolutely been Year of the Migraine... By Kelly J.3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Stop Running.43 years ago my life changed forever. I was in a speed boat at what was supposed to be a fun weekend in Patagonia, Arizona. But instead, it started out... By roxysheart4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
My World of Migraine and InsomniaMigraine and insomnia can be interdependent. A migraine can cause an individual to be unable to sleep. Yet not getting enough sleep cause be a trigger for migraine for many... By Amanda Workman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
The Disappointing Disappointment Of Migraines In My MarriageI’ve been known to go to far lengths to avoid disappointing those I love. I’ve worn horrible Punky Brewster-style mismatched outfits suggested by ex-boyfriends. I’ve met friends at horror movies... By Tonilyn Hornung2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Worker Bee AdvocacyI can’t tell you how many times in my working life that I have been in conversation with coworkers, where people were expressly proud to have worked themselves into a... By Kyky Knight3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Masks and MigraineAs we are all tasked with wearing masks to protect ourselves and each other from COVID, a new challenge is arising for some. Many of us with migraine are noticing... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments27 comments
Are You Sympathetic Dominant?Productivity was valued more than rest in the house I grew up in. Laying on the couch to watch TV or read a book was viewed more as lazy than... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
A Quick Adjustment Is What the Doctor OrderedI remember the first time I entered the chiropractic clinic. I was at a point I could not drive, not really talk and if someone had pointed a gun at... By DarylM1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Why Some CGRPs Work When Others Don'tBy now, most people in the migraine community have heard of, if not tried, the CGRPs – a new approach in the prevention and treatment of migraine. After a bit... By Holly Harding2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments125 comments
Seasonal Migraine - Back With A VengeanceRecently, I’ve been having a lot of issues with my endometriosis flaring up. To be frank, when I struggle with my endo, I struggle with hormonal migraines and my IBD... By Kelly J.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments16 comments
Migraine Dark Room 101Fort building has always been a passion of mine. What started as a way to ‘create new and fantastical worlds’ turned into a cute and creative outlet. Whether they consisted... By Sawyer Matheny2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
How to Handle the Emergency Department for Cluster HeadachesThe first time someone has a cluster headache attack, it may send them to the emergency room (ER). It's common and recommended for anyone experiencing a new, severe, sudden-onset headache... By Ashley Hattle4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
How I Found the Root Cause of My MigrainesI've had migraines for about 20 years now (I’m 46 now), and just learned over time to live with them. I’ve researched all the ways to help like eating healthy... By srhbrownfield2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Mental Health Care With MakeupAbout two years ago, I really got into makeup. I watched countless videos of beauty gurus on the internet to learn how to apply mascara to my wild eyelashes that... By Kyky Knight3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
gammaCore Coverage for Veterans and Active MilitaryHeadache disorders are a common problem among veterans and active military members. More than a third—36%—of veterans who served in Iraq or Afghanistan have been diagnosed with migraine or probable... By Kerrie Smyres2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Frustration With My Stinkin’ Triggers!I find it wild that I can be so sensitive to light. It’s synonymous with life and growth. It helps crops flourish and keeps people all over the world illuminated... By Sawyer Matheny3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
Is Migraine Part of My Identity?Who am I? What’s important to me? How do I present myself to the world? I asked myself these questions to help guide the design of a new logo for... By Kerrie Smyres3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Chocolate Does NOT Trigger My Migraine AttacksPlease, please stop telling me to stop eating chocolate! I wish it were that simple to make my migraine stop, but migraine triggers never are. I still remember being an... By Shoshana Lipson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
5 Ways to Support Someone with Cluster HeadachesMy husband and I have a unique perspective on supporting someone living with episodic and chronic cluster headaches. He has intractable chronic cluster headaches, and I have episodic cluster headaches... By Ashley Hattle6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
CGRPs May Not Be the Better Choice for SomeTried injections of Emgality and now on Ubrelvy and or Nurtec. With all three, I have had strange chest aims that don’t make sense. Don’t have other health issues and... By blanca1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments