Migraine

Our migraine & light sensitivity experts share news, tips, and make understanding the science easy.

Understanding Blood Pressure Migraine and Headache
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Understanding Blood Pressure Migraine and Headache

It’s called the silent killer. You may have it and not even know it. Researchers estimate that 1 in 3 adults in the United States have it and only about half of those people have it under control. ...

MigraineTake the Headache Impact Test (HIT-6™)

Take the Headache Impact Test (HIT-6™)

This questionnaire was designed to help you describe and communicate the way you feel and what you cannot do because of headaches. It is a clinically validated tool used to determine how severe yo...

MigraineDoes Medicare Cover Migraine Treatment?

Does Medicare Cover Migraine Treatment?

Medicare has been our nation’s health insurance program for seniors since 1965. According to the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare, it covers more than 56 million people i...

Migraine5 Sleeping Tips For People With Migraine at Night

5 Sleeping Tips For People With Migraine at Night

Why are you still up? Oh, that’s right. You have a blinding headache that won’t let you rest. A migraine at night is the worst, isn’t it? Don’t worry; you’re not alone. There are millions of pe...

Light SensitivityLiving With Light Sensitivity Anxiety

Living With Light Sensitivity Anxiety

Light sensitivity is known to be related to discomfort and even migraine attacks. But did you know light sensitivity anxiety is also a problem for many who are hypersensitive to light? If this soun...

MigraineFoods that Trigger Migraine

Foods that Trigger Migraine

Migraine attacks can be caused by a variety of factors, but food is a fairly common trigger. The challenge is there are no absolutes that apply across the board. Several foods that are common ...

Migraine GlassesWearing Sunglasses Indoors is a Bad Idea

Wearing Sunglasses Indoors is a Bad Idea

“I have had extreme photophobia for a year. I am now able to function in the house with glasses — but blinds are down. At night, I use low wattage incandescent bulbs with dimmers and 25 watt amber ...