March 21 is Cluster Headache Awareness Day. Cluster headache is one of the most intense and debilitating headache disorders, yet it remains widely misunderstood and under-diagnosed. Those affected often experience excruciating pain in recurring cycles, significantly...
Bridget Cucksey served in the military for 16 years. In 2010, while deployed in Afghanistan, Bridget started experiencing cluster headaches and migraine attacks in 2010. Initially presenting as occasional headaches, by 2018 they had become chronic. Bridget’s pain...
Migraine Canada’s Medical Advisory Committee member, Dr. Alex Melinyshyn, was recently featured in Healthing.ca to discuss the newly updated Canadian guidelines for migraine treatment and prevention. In this interview, Dr. Melinyshyn dives deeper into why these...
In this article, Kimberley B. of Alberta shares her story of living with vestibular migraine. Kimberley’s experience is complex and multifaceted, with aura and cervicogenic headaches. Here’s a glimpse into her life as she struggles with a debilitating condition...
Migraine Canada is excited to be part of the National Women’s Show in Calgary on April 5-6, 2025! If you’re visiting us from the show, welcome. We are dedicated to providing trusted migraine education, resources, and support to help you take control of your health....
In 2026, Ramadan is expected to start in the third week of February (dates vary based on the lunar calendar). Fasting during Ramadan is one of the five pillars of Islam. Muslims fast from pre-dawn until either sunset or end of twilight. In Canada this year, the...
