@NHF

For over 50 years, our vision has been A World Without Headache.

Chicago, IL
Joined December 2008
While experiencing headache attacks had never been unfamiliar to Brian, this time around, the attacks had increased in severity. Read Brian's full story here: bit.ly/3LQY11R #headacheawareness #migraineawareness #NHF #StrengthInEveryStory
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While serving in the U.S. Marine Corps, Stesha began experiencing intense head pain she tried to ignore, believing it was just something to push through. Read Stesha's full story here: bit.ly/3YB5wNo #headacheawareness #migraineawareness #NHF #StrengthInEveryStory
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What is a prior authorization? It is an insurance approval before a medication, test, or service—and timelines can vary. Understanding the process can help reduce delays in #migraine and #headache care. Follow the National Headache Foundation for more guidance.
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Despite her radiant laugh, Kim is once again facing the daily attacks that began after her breast implants and autoimmune disease diagnosis. Read Kim's full story here: bit.ly/4icuhIQ #migraineawareness #headacheawareness #NHF #StrengthInEveryStory
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What initially seemed like stress-related headache attacks or a possible seizure-like disorder, Nekohl's circumstances revealed a much more complex picture. Read Nekohl's full story here: bit.ly/3JUXvPy #migraineawareness #headacheawareness #NHF #StrengthInEveryStory
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“Don’t fight it — get the care.” Watch the full episode of Taking Charge of Headache™ tomorrow, November 11, as we talk about how veterans can navigate the VA system for migraine and headache care. #TakingChargeOfHeadache #OperationBrainstorm #Veterans #SHEROCoffeeClub
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Elizabeth has struggled with headache attacks for most of her life, particularly affecting her working experience and her role as a mother. Read Elizabeth's full story here: bit.ly/3JEbj0A #migraineawareness #headacheawareness #NHF #StrengthInEveryStory
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While she can’t pinpoint the exact date or trigger, Stacey remembers the pain of migraine at only 16 years old and her parents rushing her to the emergency room. Read her full story here: bit.ly/4ogeZ7Y #migraineawareness #headacheawareness #NHF #StrengthInEveryStory
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Christy vividly recalls her first migraine attack. She had just returned from a clinic visit for a pulled back muscle when a faint headache began to set in. Read Christy's full story here: bit.ly/3WhbW39 #headacheawareness #migraineawareness #NHF #StrengthInEveryStory
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When she was 7 or 8 years old, Ann's head injury marked the beginning of lifelong challenges with migraine. Read Ann's full story here: bit.ly/4noUjtW #HeadacheAwareness #MigraineAwareness #NHF #StrengthInEveryStory #migraine #headache #chronicillness #migrainewithaura
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What does “good enough” migraine care look like and what would better look like? Migraine is more than a headache. It’s time to Raise the Bar and expect more. We’re collaborating with @LundbeckUS + the migraine community to spark change. #RaiseTheBarMigraine #MigraineAwareness
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Bob’s journey with cluster headache began in his mid-20s. He tried an astounding 70 different medications and hundreds of combinations, with little relief. Read Bob's full story here: bit.ly/4gz1Cg2 #HeadacheAwareness #MigraineAwareness #NHF #StrengthInEveryStory
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As a nurse, Penny has spent her career caring for others, but for years, she’s also been quietly struggling with a condition of her own: migraine. Read Penny's full story here: bit.ly/4n7TuFF #HeadacheAwareness #MigraineAwareness #NHF #StrengthInEveryStory
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For decades, Charlene’s life has unfolded in two worlds: the one she tries to live in and the one her chronic migraine pulls her into without warning. Read her full story here: bit.ly/3VeQ73B #HeadacheAwareness #MigraineAwareness #NHF #StrengthInEveryStory
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Jon’s headache journey began with what he initially thought was a toothache. Years later, he would be diagnosed with cluster headache. Read Jon's full story here: bit.ly/4ePvWSN #HeadacheAwareness #MigraineAwareness #NHF #StrengthInEveryStory
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Ronetta's journey began in high school when she experienced her first migraine attack, though it wasn’t until after college that she received a formal diagnosis. Read Ronetta's full story here: bit.ly/3UGYggI #MigraineAwareness #NHF #StrengthInEveryStory
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Two years after his TBI, Thomas’ symptoms only worsened while on shore duty, ending up in the clinic one night with no effective treatment. Read Thomas's full story here: bit.ly/47Gvp3Y #MigraineAwareness #NHF #StrengthInEveryStory
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Kate, a U.S. Coast Guard veteran, would experience excruciating head pain shortly after surgery. Read Kate's full story here: bit.ly/45owKd2 #HeadacheAwareness #MigraineAwareness #NHF #StrengthInEveryStory
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Through perseverance, hope, and a game-changing treatment discovery, Jim found his way to relief and remission from cluster headache. Read Jim's full story here: bit.ly/4m3zV0X #HeadacheAwareness #MigraineAwareness #NHF #StrengthInEveryStory
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