How I Transitioned to Integrative Care for Migraine: Part 2Hopefully, you've had an opportunity to check out the first installment of this integrative series. If not, you can get caught up in Part 1 of this article. Again, there...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Nature's Impact on Our Physical & Mental HealthThere is growing evidence that spending time in nature can help people feel less depressed, anxious or stressed. Maintaining our connection to nature can improve one’s quality of life and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The (Virtual) Doctor Is In! Sharing Telehealth ExperiencesAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues, telehealth is being used by more and more people. Telehealth is also sometimes called telemedicine or virtual care. Whether you have been using telehealth for...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
The Ever Evolving Migraine TriggerI have an old dog. I have yet to teach him a new trick. The instances in which I’ve tried, he looks up from his dog bed unimpressed as if...Reactions0reactionsComments26 comments
COVID-19 Updates, May 7: Remdesivir, Antibody Testing, and Reinfection RiskOur world is still changing every day because of COVID-19. Keeping up with all of the news can be challenging. Here are some of the top COVID-19 updates for people...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COVID-19 Has Been One Long, Terrible MigraineI started getting headaches last month that would immediately come and go. Somedays it would only last for a few hours but would come again by night time. I explained...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Privacy Concerns When Going VirtualTelehealth has become a popular way to see a doctor. Today, you can get many health services remotely. And, some studies show you may get better care at a lower...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Mental Health Month 2020: Not Just In Your HeadFor a long time, we said mental health happens in the mind and the body is just along for the ride. People who've experienced stress, anxiety, depression, or even minor...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What's in Your Toolbox? We All Need a Lifeline or Two!Having spent much of my life doing a fabulous job of faking being well, the importance of having a lifeline is somewhat new to me. I don’t say that to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A Look at the Services Virtual Care OffersTelehealth or virtual care can be used to access many different types of health services. To get started, talk to your doctor to find out which virtual services are right...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Preparing for A Virtual Visit with Your DoctorVisiting your doctor online is a great way to get healthcare if you are not able to go in person. You can get medical advice, visual assessments, treatments, or update...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Does the Trigeminal Nerve Have to Do With It?Whether you have cluster or migraine attacks, you quickly learn they are more than just a headache. One of the many parts of the head that gets triggered during an...Reactions0reactionsComments13 comments
What a New Cluster Headache Patient Needs to Know about TreatmentsCluster headache attacks are a different kind of beast than migraine disease and other headache disorders. The sudden onset and clock-like nature make you afraid to fall asleep, take a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Social Distancing Spurs Telehealth SurgeThe technology needed for virtual healthcare has been around for decades. But virtual care has not been widely used in the U.S. until recently. The recent public health emergency and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How to Monitor Your Health With At-Home DevicesAt-home monitoring can help you better manage chronic health conditions. It can also aid in your recovery after medical procedures. Using this technology, you can regularly record your health data...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How Do I Find Virtual Health Services?It can be overwhelming to figure out how to find telehealth services, especially if you do not already have a doctor. But many companies offer a range of virtual health...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Telehealth 101: How to Visit Your Doctor OnlineTelehealth is a virtual service that lets patients interact with a healthcare professional online. This lets doctors and patients connect without being in the same room, or even the same...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My Experience with NerivioI have tried numerous forms of therapy to help treat and manage my migraine disease. I make it a point to cover any new treatment options when I visit my...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Three Types Self-Care: Preventive, Acute, and RescueSelf-care sometimes gets a bad rap as a self-indulgent luxury, but it’s far more than spa days. Instead of lavish pampering, self-care is about engaging in activities that recharge you...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
What's in Your Toolbox? Migraine and OTC SupplementsI recently had the privilege of attending a physicians’ nutraceuticals conference and was fascinated by the depth of knowledge by the speakers. Bearing in mind that I’m neither a doctor...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments