Don’t Judge Me by My Mobility Aids...I save the wheelchair for when I have assistance to push it, and I need to go farther.... By Tonya Henry3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments16 comments
Emgality: 18 Months Later...I know there are payment assistance programs to help pay for the medications.... By Tom Picerno2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Community Views: CGRP General Reflections...For Medicare, Medicaid, or uninsured patients, they all have patient assistance programs with a form to fill out and submit."... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Workplace Woes and 'The Talk'...While it can be difficult to find financial security when dealing with migraine, there are options available to those who experience chronic pain, such... By Kyky Knight2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments23 comments
Applying for Social Security Disability...It is possible to apply for and receive benefits without a lawyer’s assistance, but having help from someone who knows the process well is valuable.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Grief Triggering Migraine...If you are experiencing any stressors (emotional, financial, or physical), please seek guidance from a friend, a counselor, or a doctor.... By Tonya Henry3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
When Disability Requires You to See an “Independent” Doctor...I couldn’t believe that the inept doctor they assigned me to see would hold the key to my financial future.... By Holly Harding3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments33 comments
How to Handle Insurance Denials and Limits...Many states have assistance programs that can answer questions and advocate on your behalf.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Tonya Henry...She has also volunteered at church as a Greeter as well as a Children's Church Assistant.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
What can we learn from migraine alert dogs?...Seeing eye dogs were the first service dogs (also called assistance dogs in the UK). Service dogs help people with a wide range of disabilities.... By Dr Marcus3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments50 comments
Migraine Awareness Month #26: From The Outside Looking In...You can’t always take the meds that help you most because of financial constraints, insurance coverage limits and the need to avoid Medication Overuse... By diana-lee3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Why It’s So Difficult To Ask For Help With Migraines...Asking for assistance isn’t a weakness but a strength. Even though I'm taller, it’s pretty clear who the smarter one is in this relationship.... By Tonilyn Hornung2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Want more attention to be paid to migraine? Start by sharing your story....The only lawmaker who was able to meet us in person (along with an assistant) was Rep.... By The Migraine Girl3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Temi Aiyegbusi...He now works as a Research Assistant at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio with aspirations to go to medical school.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
How POTS and Concussions Have Affected My Migraines...When I am dehydrated and malnourished, my HM symptoms hit the roof, and really, those days are horizontal days with the assistance of my partner, who helps... By Kelly J.3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
When meds make you lose your mind...After over a year and a half on Zonegran, I finally weaned myself off (with doctor's straightforward assistance and little care as to why).... By The Migraine Girl3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Realizing you're anxious only when it's too late...Because I ended up funding my business through various atypical means, I sat with two others and talked to the audience about nontraditional business financing... By The Migraine Girl2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
My 4 Most Hated Words...."I Have A Migraine"...Work, family, financial & quality of life issues plague us. As for me, my next step medically, is Botox injections.... By s3casey3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
10 Ways to Help Someone With Migraine...Instead of making a vague offer of help, here are 10 different concrete ways to provide assistance.... By Kerrie Smyres4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Joanna Kempner, PhD...Joanna was previously an advocate on Migraine.com Joanna Kempner is an assistant professor of sociology and a member of the Institute for Health, Health... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later