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Anika’s Migraine Story
Meet Anika, who has navigated life with migraine for the past 16 years. For her, neon lights pose a significant trigger. Anika combats this by wearing specially designed anti-glare sunglasses...
Migraine Canada Introduction Video
Migraine Canada is dedicated to assisting individuals affected by migraine and various headaches. With approximately 5.5 million Canadians impacted, predominantly women, and about 350,000 dealing...
Options for Severe Migraine Attacks
For severe migraine attacks, oral pills may be too slow to work. Treating a migraine is a race against pain, but pills need to be digested to be absorbed. During a migraine, the gut system is...
Options to Treat a Migraine Attack
This video presents the drugs available to treat a migraine attack, based on the Canadian Guidelines for Acute Migraine Treatment. When a migraine starts, the priority is clear: make it stop. With...
When To Treat a Migraine Attack
Treating a migraine is like a race against pain. Caused by neurogenic inflammation, a migraine is akin to a fire in the brain. Waiting to treat a migraine decreases your chances of breaking the...
Migraine Symptoms
From the onset of visual disturbances to the throbbing pain and sensory overload, this film paints a poignant picture of the migraine experience. Almost 3 million Canadians live with migraine. Who...
Don’t Let Migraine Ruin Your Day
When a migraine strikes, many people delay taking their medication, allowing the inflammation to worsen. Just as you wouldn't wait to call for help if your house were on fire, it's crucial to act...
Is Nerve Compression to blame for Headache and Neck Pain?
Headache and neck pain often intersect, with nerve compression potentially being the underlying cause. A team of researchers led by Dr. Pamela Blake and Dr. Rami Burstein is investigating the...
Mental Health Tips
Navigating life's challenges can be demanding for individuals of all walks. Depending on various stressors and circumstances, feelings of anxiety, confusion, irritability, and loss can emerge. In...
Will My Insurance Company Cover the Combination of Botox and CGRP Antibody?
Considering the combination of Botox and a CGRP monoclonal antibody (BTX + CGRP MAB) for migraine treatment? Many insurance providers currently do not cover this therapy, despite its potential...
Can Travelling to a Higher Altitude Trigger Migraine Attacks?
Traveling to higher altitudes can trigger migraine attacks for some individuals. This phenomenon has been observed in studies involving people who climbed to high altitudes, such as a mountain in...
Vitamin D for Migraine Prevention
Many people with migraine seek non-medication strategies to help improve their condition. A recent study highlights Vitamin D as a promising supplement for migraine prevention. Discover how this...