The stories we tell about our migrainesEach time I go to yoga class or formally practice mindful meditation, my teacher reminds us of a key aspect of being truly present in the moment: forget the stories... By The Migraine Girl2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Weight and your migrainesLet's face it -- most of us could stand to lose a few or more than a few pounds. Obesity has become a worldwide epidemic, with over two-thirds of adults... By Dr Marcus2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments18 comments
MRF mourns the passing of a friendIt is with profound sadness that the Migraine Research Foundation mourns the death of Dr. Fred Sheftell. A member of our Medical Advisory Board since 2007, Dr. Sheftell was a... By mrf1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Cyclists: Ride for a Reason on a bike tour of New York City, and do it to help fight migraine disease!The Migraine Research Foundation is an official Charity Partner in the TD Bank Five Boro Bike Tour on May 1, 2011. This is the largest recreational cycling event in America... By mrf1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
You don't ever "deserve" a migraineLast month, I had a particularly bad week, health-wise. I woke with a migraine three days in a row with no easily discernible triggers in [hind]sight. Well, now that I’ve... By The Migraine Girl2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments29 comments
Medicare Challenges for Nonelderly Disabled AmericansMedicare is typically thought of as a program for elderly Americans, and it works very well for their purposes. However, Medicare is also utilized by eight million Americas under age... By diana-lee2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What does Aphasia feel like?There has been much talk of Complex Migraine, thanks to Serene Branson’s on-air display of aura that resembled a stroke. It’s been mentioned in many posts here on Migraine.com. Here... By ellen4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments46 comments
Should You Be Honest With Your Employer About Migraines?The decision of whether to disclose your migraine diagnosis to a prospective or current employer comes down to weighing the pros and cons of each option. There are lots of... By diana-lee2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments80 comments
What Should You Know About Tinted Lenses for Migraine?Sensitivity to light is one of the most commonly reported migraine symptoms. People with migraine may feel sensitive to light even when they have no other migraine symptoms. Normal light... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments32 comments
Serene Branson an accidental advocate for migraineurs?A clip of reporter Serene Branson speaking after the Grammys has gone viral. While addressing the TV viewing audience, Ms. Branson’s speech became slurred and nonsensical for a few seconds... By The Migraine Girl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Migraine Roller Coaster RideSo far 2011 hasn’t been a stellar year for my migraine disease. Due to laziness, sickness, and/or THE ICY STREETS AND SIDEWALKS THAT HAVE BEEN HERE FOR DAYS (sense my... By The Migraine Girl2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
When Impressions are Unimpressive due to MigraineSince starting my migraine blog several years ago, I’ve become much more empowered when it comes to my illness. After years of being embarrassed in front of strangers wearing a... By The Migraine Girl2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Expert Answer: Can Migraines Be Caused by Fibroids?Uterine fibroids and migraine are both common in women, so it is common for someone to have both problems. Additionally, both are influenced by hormones, and both often improve after... By dr-green1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Wear Red for Women's Heart Health!I’m grateful to my migraine friend/colleague Teri Robert for bringing my attention to the connection between migraine disease and cardiovascular health. Friday, February 4 is Wear Red Day, a day... By The Migraine Girl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Looking for Midrin Equivalents for Your Migraines?Editorial update: Per an FDA update in June 2018, manufacturers and labelers ended the distribution of unapproved isometheptene-containing drugs, including Midrin. For a complete list of the drugs that are... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments60 comments
Sharing our stories, finding our strengthsIf you’re a real-life friend of mine, you know a lot about the bookstore (http://www.avidbookshop.com) I’m opening and a lot about the events I’ve been organizing. In late October of... By The Migraine Girl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Coping with others’ concernMy family and friends are very loving and supportive when it comes to my chronic illness, but sometimes their concern can feel a little overwhelming. This is especially true for... By The Migraine Girl2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
It’s the Little ThingsToday I had a business meeting with an Athens person whom I've known for a couple of years--she's been helping me with bookstore business plans and funding applications. In any... By The Migraine Girl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Food, glorious food!Sometimes when I wake up with a migraine I think to myself, “What have I done to deserve this?!” This rings especially true when I’ve been feeling bad earlier in... By The Migraine Girl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments15 comments
Water, water, everywhereHere’s another thing I learned about the human body over the last couple of years: though people do of course require at least 8 glasses of water a day, the... By The Migraine Girl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments29 comments