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Migraine is not well understood in Canada and often considered “just a headache.” This can make the isolating experience of a migraine attack feel even more lonely.
At Migraine Canada, we want you to know that you are not alone. We have heard countless stories from people with migraine across Canada – sharing their difficulties, triumphs, and everything in between. Many of these people have offered to share their stories on camera or through writing, to educate others and help those who may be going through something similar.
Thank you to everyone who has shared their story for our website – your openness makes a difference for us all!
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Dustin’s Experience with Cluster Headache
Hear from Dustin as he shares his first cluster headache experience, what his cluster headache cycles are like, how cluster headache impact his life, his coping strategies, what he would say to...
Cluster Headache Awareness Day
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...
Migraine: Learning What Works for Me
Welcome to "Migraine: Learning What Works for Me," featuring English subtitles. This video shares personal journeys and effective strategies for managing migraine, highlighting that there is no...
Migraine Matters
Did you know that migraine ranks as the third most prevalent illness globally? It's a challenging condition, often unseen but intensely painful, impacting 25 percent of Canadian women and eight...
Angela’s Story: the power of personalized Migraine Management
Angela endured decades of debilitating migraine pain until she decided enough was enough. Join us to witness Angela's inspiring journey as she worked closely with her healthcare team to discover...
A Long and Winding Road: Chantal’s Migraine Story
Discover the profound impact of migraine through the personal journey of someone who has navigated its challenges with resilience and hope. Join us as we delve into the experiences of an individual...
In Sickness and in Health: Susan and Nick’s Migraine Story
Discover the profound impact of migraine through Susan and Nick's journey—a testament to resilience, understanding, and unwavering support. Beyond the misconceptions of "just a headache," Susan...
The Impact of pediatric migraine
Welcome to our video featuring Dr. Serena Orr, a child neurologist specializing in headache medicine, alongside Zach, a brave nine-year-old sharing his journey with migraine. Did you know that 1 in...
Migraine and Mental Health Webinar
Discover the nuanced relationship between migraine and mental health in this insightful webinar hosted by Migraine Canada. Recorded on March 22, 2021, Susan Cape delves into the ways migraine...
Crystal’s Story
Explore the profound journey of Crystal, a 33-year-old mother battling severe chronic migraine. In this heartfelt video, Crystal bravely shares her daily struggle with migraine, describing it as if...
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...
CGRP Antibodies for Migraine Prevention – Part 2
Welcome to Part Two of our exploration into CGRP antibodies for migraine treatment. Today, we delve into crucial questions: do these antibodies really work, what are their side effects, and are they...
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Cluster Headache Awareness Day
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...
Cluster Headache Awareness – Bridget Cucksey’s Story
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...
Your Voice – Kimberley’s Migraine Story
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...
Steven’s Story: Understanding the Impact and Validity of Episodic Migraine
Meet Steven Smith, a 58-year-old salesman from North Vancouver, British Columbia, who shares his struggles with episodic migraine. Steven heard about Migraine Canada™ on the radio and reached out to...
An Advocate for Those Living with Migraine: Christina Sall
Meet Christina Sall, a dedicated advocate for affordable migraine medication and a student in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. Christina has battled...
The Pain No One Sees – Genia Kuypers Shares Her Migraine Journey
Discover the inspiring story of Genia Kuypers, a 28-year-old writer and chronic illness advocate, as she navigates the challenges of living with vestibular migraine. Genia, who studied at the...
Zach’s Story: Navigating Childhood Migraine with Strength and Resilience
Meet Zach, a resilient 9-year-old navigating life with migraine. Since age 5, Zach has bravely managed weekly attacks, supported by a loving family and school community. Through a colour-coded...
Jaidyn’s Diligent Approach to Her Migraine Attacks
Meet Jaidyn, a young woman whose life has been shaped by the relentless challenges of severe migraine attacks. Since fourth grade, Jaidyn has experienced extreme migraine attacks, marked by intense...
Finding Relief After 30 Years of Migraine – Cathy’s Story
Meet Cathy, who has been living with migraine for over 30 years. Recently, she shared her long and difficult journey with migraine, hoping to inspire others to remain hopeful about finding pain...
Life with Cluster Headaches – Karen’s Story
Meet Karen, who has been living with the debilitating effects of cluster headache for over 18 years. Despite facing employment and social barriers, she has not let her diagnosis control her life. By...
Ken’s Life with Cluster Headache: The Importance of Knowledgeable Support
Meet Ken, 63, sharing his lifelong struggle with cluster headache. For over 20 years, he's faced recurring attacks with minimal relief or answers. His condition is episodic, and the duration of his...
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Migraine Talks : Podcast
Migraine Canada™ is proud to present the “Migraine Talks” podcast hosted by Dr. Elizabeth Leroux, neurologist and headache specialist.
This is a podcast to learn, share, and live better.
Migraine Talks Episode 12: Relationships and Family
Drawing from her extensive support group experience, patient advocate Maya Carvalho joins Dr. Leroux in episode #12 to delve into the various challenges that people living with migraine face in...
Migraine Talks Episode 8: Mental Health and Migraine
Our social environment often perpetuates inaccurate perceptions of migraines, leading to isolation and a vicious cycle of anxiety and depression for those affected. In episode #8, social worker and...
Migraine Talks Episode 7: Migraine Advocacy
In episode #7, Maya Carvalho, founder of the Chronic Migraine Support Group Canada, joins Dr. Leroux to explore the challenges Canadian patients face and the efforts underway to improve their care....
Migraine Talks Episode 4: Healthcare System
Inspired by the experiences her patients have shared, Dr. Leroux reveals how misconceptions about migraine frequently result in inadequate care and suboptimal treatments. She delves into what can be...