Tag: #migraine
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Virtual RetreatMigraine
Written by Kristen Estep for Chronic Migraine Awareness, Inc. I thought that I was going to get to see everyone this year but, I ultimately chose to attend Retreat Migraine (RM) virtually again. Which made me sad, but the virtual option was better than not going at all. I can’t wait until April, for the…
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Disappointed…
Written by Kristen Estep for Chronic Migraine Awareness, Inc. It has been quite awhile since I have written anything but I need to get some things out of my head. When I don’t write them down they play on repeat in my mind which isn’t good for my migraine or my mental health. Previously I…
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Reflection: The journey continues with selfcare, self-awareness, self-esteem, and perseverance.
Written by Ronetta Stokes for Chronic Migraine Awareness, Inc. As I sit back and reflect when I first started my advocacy journey, I am truly blessed to say I am still here and will continue to fight. Migraine has not changed, nor will it change my daily routine. COVID is here along with this delta…
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How to Ease Weather-related Migraine Symptoms
Written by Denise Macy for Chronic Migraine Awareness, Inc Despite over 39 million people in the United States suffering from migraine attacks, there is still no definitive cause or cure for this neurological condition. Among the list of many possible triggers, though, is the weather. Specifically, barometric pressure changes, bright sunlight, extreme temperatures, and humidity. All of…
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On your mark, get set….STOP!
Written by Gelcys Castaneda for Chronic Migraine Awareness, Inc. My name is Gelcys and I am a mother, wife and marathon runner with several chronic illnesses. I have a twisted spine where I had 4 spinal fusions. My condition is called Scoliosis. My spine is curved at the top and at the bottom. I am…
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Never Give Up
Chronic Migraine Awareness, Inc. would like to thank Dolores for her contribution to our blog. My name is Dolores and I have been living with migraine since the age of five. I am now 47. Over the years I have tried just about every treatment available; chiropractor, red light therapy, physical therapy, Botox, and pressure…
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Deena’s Migraine Story
Written by Deena Patel for Chronic Migraine Awareness, Inc I remember having what was probably my first migraine when I was about eight-years-old. At the time I didn’t know what it was, all I remember was that I needed to be in a dark room. I started getting chronic migraine attacks seven years ago. I…
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2020; Holidays, Covid and Migraine
Written by Kristen Estep for Chronic Migraine Awareness, Inc. So it’s the holidays already. I don’t know about anyone else but this year it just doesn’t feel like it to me. I keep procrastinating on all things holiday. This year has been absolutely nuts! Covid has trashed so many of our plans and traditions that,…
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My husband used to think I had superpowers.
Written by Carlisle Webber for Chronic Migraine Awareness, Inc. One winter night when we were dating, we were talking on the phone and I felt a pinch behind my left eyebrow. I told him he’d better make sure to have the snowbrush and ice scraper in his car because it was going to snow soon.…
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What is Chronic Migraine Awareness Day and Why Does it Matter?
Written By Catherine Charrett-Dykes Originally seen on MigraineHeadacheAwarenessMonth.org Every June during National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month, Chronic Migraine Awareness, Inc. (CMA, Inc.) works hard to spread awareness and education for the four million people living with chronic migraine. Chronic migraine is not just a headache, it’s not all in our heads, and affects every…
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