Headaches and Migraines

Use the resources below to supplement the information found in the "Headaches and Migraines"brochure.

Name that headache
The most common types of headaches include tension, migraine, and sinus headaches. Knowing which type of headache you have can point the way to effective treatment.
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Migraines: Can dementia, stroke or heart attack be next?
Migraine headaches with aura signal an increased risk of heart attacks and stroke. If you are a migraineur, it's a good idea to pay attention to your cardiovascular health.
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Stop migraines before they start
Effective treatments are available to prevent migraine headaches from happening. Yet the majority of people who could benefit from these medications don't use them.
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Cluster headache
Cluster headaches get their name from how they occur: one after the other for days or weeks. These intense headaches often start in the area around one eye, then spread to nearby areas of the face.
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Tension headache
Sometimes called stress headaches, tension headaches are very common. This type of headache tends to cause mild-to-moderate pain, usually on both sides of the head, along with a pressing or tightening sensation.
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Migraine
Migraines has symptoms unlike those of other headaches. Find out what they are and what can trigger migraine.
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Self-help and alternative strategies for headache relief
Self-help and alternative strategies ranging from dietary supplements to yoga and acupuncture can relieve headache pain.
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The stigma of chronic migraine
Migraine can disrupt a person's life, relationships, and sense of well-being. Chronic migraine can also generate social stigma.
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