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Migraine Minute News Update

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The Migraine Minute provides weekly updates in migraine research and news hosted by Molly O'Brien of the Association of Migraine Disorders.

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Do CGRP Monoclonal Antibodies wear off at the end of the month?

June 14, 2024 12:00 - 1 minute - 1.55 MB

Many people with chronic migraine worry that their monthly preventive medication won’t work as well at the end of the month as it did at the beginning. New research shows that two injectable CGRP monoclonal antibodies do not wear off at the end of the month. Molly O’Brien has the details in this #MigraineMinute News Update.   Read more: bit.ly/3w95WQn

Can This Gepant be an Effective Preventive Treatment Option for Tough to Treat Episodic Migraine?

May 31, 2024 14:43 - 44 seconds - 1.02 MB

A study in the Lancet found one oral gepant to be safe and effective in people with episodic migraine who have failed two to four classes of preventive treatments. Molly O’Brien explains in this Migraine Minute News Update. Read the study here: https://bit.ly/3w3ZM45  

Comparing Anti-CGRP monoclonal antibodies to OnabotulinumtoxinA for chronic migraine

May 17, 2024 17:35 - 1 minute - 1.58 MB

A new study looks at real-word effectiveness of Anti-CGRP monoclonal antibodies & OnabotulinumtoxinA for chronic migraine. Molly O'Brien will share the study findings in this Migraine Minute News update. Read the study: https://bit.ly/4d1mPx1 *The graphic used in this content is courtesy of Grazzi, L., Giossi, R., Montisano, D.A. et al. Real-world effectiveness of Anti-CGRP monoclonal antibodies compared to OnabotulinumtoxinA (RAMO) in chronic migraine: a retrospective, observational, mult...

Can blood flow changes in the eyes explain visual migraine symptoms?

May 03, 2024 12:36 - 50 seconds - 1.15 MB

 Researchers at the University of California Los Angeles found changes in blood flow in the retina might explain why some people have visual migraine symptoms. Molly O'Brien has the details in this Migraine Minute News update.  Learn more: https://bit.ly/3xou7uw , https://bit.ly/4aErYZN

Exclusive! A First Look at Survey Results From the HEADS Registry

April 22, 2024 16:57 - 1 minute - 1.92 MB

AMD is thrilled to share what we’ve learned so far from our HEADS Registry! Molly O'Brien goes over the exclusive new data in this Migraine Minute News Update. The HEADS Registry serves as a crucial resource for researchers and clinicians. It’s not too late to share your experience, by doing so, you can help pave the way for more effective therapies, enhanced and personalized patient care, and improved quality of life. Learn more at migrainedisorders.org/heads-registry/

Migraine Minute News Update: One CGRP MAB Drug May Reduce Migraine Attacks in Adults with Obesity

April 05, 2024 13:24 - 51 seconds - 1.18 MB

Obesity is often connected with an increase in migraine frequency, severity and disability. In this Migraine Minute News Update, Molly O'Brien gives details on what we’re learning about one MAB drug and its effectiveness in people with migraine and comorbid obesity.   Read more here: https://bit.ly/3ONRu6m  

Migraine Minute News Update: Is there a link between migraine stigma and quality of life?

March 22, 2024 14:47 - 31 seconds - 719 KB

New results from the OVERCOME study, published in Neurology,  Found that just over 31 percent of people living with migraine often or very often feel stigmatized. Molly O'Brien will fill you in on the details in this Migraine Minute News Update. 

One Drug-Free Migraine Treatment Becomes First To Get Commercial Insurance Coverage

March 11, 2024 15:59 - 49 seconds - 1.12 MB

Nerivio becomes the first drug-free Migraine Treatment to Receive Commercial Insurance Coverage in the US. Molly O'Brien explains in this Migraine Minute News Update. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3T6lKvL

What Do We Know About Migraine and ADHD Symptoms?

February 23, 2024 18:59 - 48 seconds - 730 KB

We know Migraine and ADHD are comorbid, but there is still a lot left to learn about how they are connected. @Molly O’Brien will fill you in on new research that explores ADHD symptoms in people with migraine.  Sources: https://bit.ly/3vNm6hT

Does Second Hand Cigarette Smoke Impact Migraine?

February 12, 2024 18:52

Second hand smoke can often be a trigger for people with migraine, but is there a connection between how much exposure someone has to second hand smoke and migraine disease?⁠ ⁠ Molly O'Brien talks about the latest research in this Migraine Minute News Update. ⁠ ⁠ Read the full story: https://bit.ly/3vE2MDD

Migraine Minute News Update: These 3 Drugs May Be More Effective Than Ibuprofen for Migraine Treatment

January 26, 2024 13:00 - 1 minute - 1.5 MB

Feel a migraine attack coming on? New research shows these three types of medications may be more effective than ibuprofen for many people. Molly O’Brien will share details in this Migraine Minute News Update. Read more here: https://bit.ly/47HEwh9

Migraine Minute News Update: Taking this drug during the migraine prodrome may help prevent severe headache.

January 12, 2024 14:00 - 47 seconds - 1.08 MB

New research shows taking one type of gepant medication during the prodrome phase may reduce the risk of a severe headache. Molly O’Brien will fill you in, in this Migraine Minute News Update. Read the study here: https://bit.ly/3GLKEtT

Migraine Minute News Update: Looking for a New Year’s Resolution? Try mindfulness for migraine.

December 29, 2023 12:00 - 1 minute - 1 MB

Are you looking for new ways to manage migraine in the new year? Practicing mindfulness may help. Molly O’Brien explains in this Migraine Minute News Update.  More info: https://bit.ly/3RRdVd1

Migraine Minute News Update: Fifth Harmony’s Ally Brooke Hernandez opens up about migraine

November 24, 2023 16:21 - 41 seconds - 955 KB

Singer and actress Ally Brooke Hernandez rose to international fame as a member of the all-female singing group Fifth Harmony. In an interview with People en Espanol, Hernandez spoke out about how migraine has impacted her life and career. Molly O’Brien will fill you in on this Migraine Minute News Update. Read the full story: https://bit.ly/3FG2Q7s

Migraine Minute News Update 11.10.23: Veterans are disproportionately impacted by headache disorders

November 10, 2023 11:01 - 59 seconds - 1.36 MB

As we honor and celebrate those who have and continue to serve our country on Veterans Day, the Association of Migraine Disorders wants to raise awareness about how headache disorders affect those who serve. To our brave service members, thank you.  Learn more about how headache impacts Veterans and services the VA offers: https://bit.ly/45Y94dC https://bit.ly/3FG37r0  

Migraine Minute News Update 10.27.23

October 27, 2023 12:01 - 44 seconds - 1.02 MB

A new survey shows Nerivio may be a safe treatment option during pregnancy. Molly O’Brien with the Association of Migraine Disorders  will fill you in with the latest Migraine Minute News Update. For more information and full details about the study check out this link:  https://bit.ly/3EQ2lHE  

10.13.23 Migraine Minute News Update: HEADS Registry

October 13, 2023 13:43 - 1 minute - 1.48 MB

The Headache, Ear, Auditory, Dizziness, Sinus (HEADS) Registry is a new research initiative launched by the Association of Migraine Disorders. The HEADS Registry captures information about people who have sinus, vestibular, and auditory symptoms. In this Migraine Minute News Update Molly O’Brien will explain how your experiences can help advance research. Get more information and a link to sign up for the HEADS Registry here:https://www.migrainedisorders.org/heads-registry/

Migraine Minute News Update 9.29.23: Botulinum Toxin for Pediatric Migraine

September 29, 2023 11:01 - 38 seconds - 901 KB

 New research shows that botulinum toxin treatments for migraine in adolescents may be more effective than past studies state. Molly O’Brien will fill you in on the latest in this week’s Migraine Minute News Update.  For more information: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0887899423002138

Migraine Minute News Update 9.15.23: Could an implanted device help treat migraine and cluster headaches?

September 15, 2023 12:00 - 39 seconds - 930 KB

A Dutch medical device company announces its first clinical trial of an implanted neuromodulation device to help treat migraine and cluster headache. MollyO’Brien has the latest in this Migraine Minute News Update.

Migraine Minute 9.1.23: More than $2 million dollars will fund new migraine research

September 01, 2023 11:05 - 37 seconds - 865 KB

The American Heart Association has awarded 2.1 million dollars to research the link between migraine, stroke, and heart disease. Molly O’Brien will fill you in with the latest Migraine Minute News Update.  For more information and the full story check out this link: https://bit.ly/45wOqSx

Migraine Minute News Update - August 18, 2023

August 18, 2023 07:34 - 1 minute - 1.48 MB

Caffeine! Researchers continue to learn more about how caffeine can impact people with migraine. Molly O’Brien will fill you in with the latest Migraine Minute News Update.  Follow @migrainedisorders to catch these updates. For more information and full details about the study check out this link: https://go.nature.com/44jRO28  

Migraine Minute News Update - August 4, 2023

August 04, 2023 07:30 - 37 seconds - 874 KB

In a recent interview with Insider, #Olympic #gymnastics champion #AlyRaisman opens up about her life with #migraine and why pushing through the pain wasn’t healthy. Molly O’Brien will fill you in on the latest in this week’s Migraine Minute News Update. Follow @migrainedisorders. Read the full story: https://bit.ly/3NSGcxC

Migraine Minute News Update - July 21, 2023

July 21, 2023 04:00 - 43 seconds - 1010 KB

Do you have more migraine attacks in the summer? Changes in weather, barometric pressure, and upended schedules could be part of the reason why. Molly O’Brien will fill you in with the latest Migraine Minute News Update. Follow @migrainedisorders to catch these updates. For more information and the full story check out this link: https://mayocl.in/442HfAZ  

Migraine Minute News Update - July 7, 2023

July 07, 2023 04:00 - 36 seconds - 845 KB

A new study published in the Journal of Medical Economics shows that using Nerivio can lead to big cost savings when used as a preventative treatment.  For more information and full details about the study read the article using the link: https://bit.ly/42Y8j3

Migraine Minute News Update - June 23, 2023

June 23, 2023 04:00 - 31 seconds - 739 KB

A recent article looks at the possible benefits of using venlafaxine to help with vestibular migraine. The article states that much like other drugs, venlafaxine did not reduce the function (restrictions, difficulties, avoidances) or physical aspects of VM (which activities exacerbate the problem). It did, although help with the emotional aspects of VM–like feelings of frustration, anger, embarrassment, worry.  Molly O’Brien will catch you up in the latest Migraine Minute News Update.  Fol...

Migraine Minute News Update - June 9, 2023

June 09, 2023 04:00 - 26 seconds - 606 KB

It’s commonly known that migraine and endometriosis are comorbid– but information on the differences in symptoms and severity of endometriosis in people with migraine is still lacking. Researchers are learning more about how the two are linked. Molly O’Brien will catch you up in the latest Migraine Minute News Update.  Follow @migrainedisorders. More Info: https://bit.ly/3Mx9L7j    

Migraine Minute News Update - May 26, 2023

May 26, 2023 04:05 - 35 seconds - 823 KB

What do we know about the safety of onabotulinumtoxinA injections for migraine during pregnancy? Molly O’Brien will fill you in on the latest in this week’s Migraine Minute News Update. Follow @migrainedisorders. More info: https://bit.ly/3Md2fwY  

Migraine Minute News Update - May 19, 2023

May 23, 2023 19:01 - 37 seconds - 869 KB

Do you usually experience migraine attacks on the left or right side of your head? Scientists found differences in migraine on each side! Molly O’Brien will fill you in with the latest Migraine Minute News Update. Follow @migrainedisorders to catch every update. For more information and full details about the study check out this link: https://bit.ly/3IivcXj

Migraine Minute News Update - May 9, 2023

May 09, 2023 04:00 - 34 seconds - 795 KB

Do you get migraine or cluster attacks around the same time of day? New research shows that isn’t a coincidence! Molly O’Brien will fill you in on the latest migraine news in this week’s Migraine Minute. Follow @migrainedisorders to catch these updates. More info: https://www.uth.edu/news/story/cluster-headache-migraine-strongly-associated-with-circadian-system-according-to-published-research  

Migraine Minute News Update - May 5, 2023

May 05, 2023 17:15 - 34 seconds - 795 KB

The FDA approves a new prevention therapy for chronic migraine. @Molly O’Brien will fill you in on the latest migraine news in this week’s Migraine Minute. Follow @migrainedisorders to catch these updates. More info: https://news.abbvie.com/news/press-releases/us-fda-approves-qulipta-atogepant-for-adults-with-chronic-migraine.htm  

Migraine Minute News Update - April 17, 2023

April 17, 2023 15:05 - 1 minute - 2 MB

Do you have trouble talking or focusing during a migraine attack? You’re not alone. Molly O’Brien will get you caught up on the latest migraine news in this Migraine Minute News Update. Follow @migrainedisorders.   More info: https://bit.ly/3zIaHi9 https://bit.ly/3GUoVk3

Migraine Minute News Update - March 31, 2023

March 31, 2023 04:00 - 1 minute - 2.11 MB

What do we know about smoking cigarettes and migraine? Molly O’Brien will get you caught up on the latest migraine news in this Migraine Minute News Update. Follow @migrainedisorders. More info: https://bit.ly/3zti4Kh https://bit.ly/40lL8yR https://bit.ly/3FWqCN2

Migraine Minute News Update - March 20, 2023

March 20, 2023 13:48 - 1 minute - 57.5 MB Video

*Alert* New acute and preventative #migraine treatment options! Molly O’Brien will get you caught up in this Migraine Minute News Update. Follow @migrainedisorders for the latest in migraine.  More info: https://bit.ly/3JCjx6M https://bit.ly/3YPGLKZ https://bit.ly/3TfGeAQ MigraineDisorders.org

Migraine Minute News Update - March 3, 2023

March 03, 2023 12:20 - 1 minute - 2.02 MB

What’s the relationship between migraine and anxiety? Molly O’Brien will fill you in on that and the latest on a migraine drug in the pipeline.  More info: https://bit.ly/3xXLoHS https://www.migrainedisorders.org/the-link-between-migraine-and-anxiety/  www.MigraineDisorders.org 

Migraine Minute News Update - February 17, 2023

February 17, 2023 05:00 - 1 minute - 1.96 MB

Can history of migraine be an indicator of pregnancy complications? Molly O’Brien will fill you in on the latest migraine news in this Migraine Minute News Update.  More info: https://bit.ly/3HD6L5K https://bit.ly/3YvdwNC https://go.nature.com/3YBMbcY https://bit.ly/3xczxVO https://www.migrainedisorders.org/education/patient-resources/videos/  MigraineDisorders.org

Migraine Minute News Update - February 6, 2023

February 06, 2023 14:20 - 1 minute - 2.01 MB

Are nerve blocks a good migraine treatment option? What’s the connection between ADHD and migraine? Molly O’Brien will fill you in on the latest migraine news in this Migraine Minute News Update. Catch episodes by following @migrainedisorders.  More info: https://bit.ly/3iWd9wN https://bit.ly/3WVCCFm https://www.migrainedisorders.org/migraine-and-adhd/ MigraineDisorders.org

Migraine Minute News Update

April 29, 2022 18:47

New data on ubrogepant --and what can Twitter teach us about migraine? Molly O’Brien fills you in on the latest migraine news. #MigraineMinute More info: MigraineDisorders.org https://bit.ly/3Mw3UMU https://bit.ly/3MA69yN https://bit.ly/3KhetBP  

Migraine Minute

April 15, 2022 13:00

Can brain tissue from mice lead to new migraine treatments? Molly O’Brien will fill you in on the latest migraine news in this Migraine Minute.  More info: MigraineDisorders.org https://bit.ly/378hEyn https://bit.ly/3xmn3fD https://www.getrootlogic.com

Migraine Minute News Update 3/4

March 04, 2022 16:41

Are women with migraine at greater risk for complications during pregnancy? Learn about a new drug for acute migraine. Molly O'Brien will fill you in on the latest migraine news in this week’s #MigraineMinute.  More info: https://bit.ly/3IGDtma https://wb.md/3vwe0rN https://bit.ly/3pyYAiK MigraineDisorders.org #migraine #migraines #migraineawareness #migrainerelief #migrainewarrior #pregnancy #hormones #womenshealth #health #healthnews #research #migraineresearch #migrainetreatment #dr...

Migraine Minute

December 17, 2021 13:00 - 1 minute - 2.43 MB

Can a common spice help treat migraine symptoms? Molly O'Brien will fill you in on the latest migraine news in this #MigraineMinute. More info: https://bit.ly/3E3qLuD https://bit.ly/3yvWdjK https://www.migrainedisorders.org    

3.12 Migraine Minute News Update

March 12, 2021 11:00 - 1 minute - 1.39 MB

The FDA cleared a new neuromodulation device for acute migraine treatment. Molly O’Brien will fill you in on that and more in this week’s Migraine Minute News Update. Never want to miss an episode? Follow @migrainedisorders to catch these updates every week!   https://bit.ly/3l4fF0y https://bit.ly/38qpkcC https://bwnews.pr/38psrBy

3.5 Migraine Minute News Update

March 05, 2021 11:00 - 1 minute - 1.47 MB

 Do migraine patients feel better during COVID lockdowns? Can cannabis use lead to medication overuse headache? Molly O’Brien will fill you in on that and more in this week’s Migraine Minute News Update. Never want to miss an episode? Follow @migrainedisorders to catch these updates every week! More info: https://bit.ly/3e6hqsB https://go.nature.com/2PupZD3 https://wb.md/3qhZfCL

2.27 Migraine Minute News Update

February 27, 2021 17:06 - 1 minute - 1.55 MB

What migraine treatment options are available during pregnancy and postpartum? Can the right amount of exercise help with migraine? Molly O’Brien will fill you in on that and more in this week’s Migraine Minute News Update. Never want to miss an episode? Follow @migrainedisorders to catch these updates every week!   More info on the stories discussed: https://bit.ly/2NwScJ7 https://bit.ly/3bCmVMJ https://bit.ly/3dZkerx   #migraine #migraineheadache #migraineattack #pregnancy #m...

2.19 Migraine Minute News Update

February 18, 2021 18:32 - 1 minute - 1.4 MB

What role do pharmacists have in counseling people on migraine treatments? Molly O'Brien will fill you in on that and new research on migraine treatments.   Catch this week’s Migraine Minute News Update, follow Association of Migraine Disorders to never miss an episode.   More info on stories we discussed: https://bit.ly/37mt7qR https://bit.ly/2NuZnkt https://bit.ly/2OIo8u1 #migraine #migraineattack #migrainenews #migraineresearch #migraineheadache #headache #dizziness #nau...

2.12 Migraine Minute News Update

February 12, 2021 11:00 - 1 minute - 1.34 MB

Could rimegepant be effective for migraine prevention? Are prescription drug prices higher in the United States?  Molly O’Brien will fill you in on that and more in this week’s Migraine Minute News Update. Never want to miss an episode? Follow @migrainedisorders to catch these updates every week! More info on stories we discussed: https://bit.ly/2NckEiS https://bit.ly/3q80pRO https://bit.ly/2LEZDwP https://bit.ly/371kjq1

2.5 Migraine Minute News Update

February 05, 2021 01:37 - 1 minute - 1.57 MB

Is smartphone use leading to more severe headache? Molly O’Brien will fill you in on that and more in this week’s Migraine Minute News Update.  Never want to miss an episode? Follow The Assoication of Migraine Disorders to catch these updates every week!   More info on the stories we talked about: https://bit.ly/3jiSoa1 https://bit.ly/3oTpvCy https://bit.ly/2O8PWHR

1.29 Migraine Minute News Update

January 29, 2021 12:00 - 1 minute - 3.38 MB

In this week’s Migraine Minute News Update, Molly O’Brien will fill you in on new migraine treatment options in the approval process and on the market Never want to miss an episode? Follow @migrainedisorders to catch these updates every week!   Want more information on the stories we talked about? Check out these links:  https://bit.ly/2Yv9Hel https://prn.to/2MwYZ4r https://bit.ly/3t92Lle https://bit.ly/3qYNOR0

Migraine Minute News Update 1.22

January 22, 2021 18:45 - 1 minute - 3.38 MB

In this week’s Migraine Minute News Update, Molly O'Brien will fill you in on the latest in pediatric abdominal migraine and more. Never want to miss an episode? Follow the Association of Migraine Disorders to catch these updates every week! More info on the stories discussed: https://bit.ly/3sORJ4q https://bit.ly/362nmOx https://bit.ly/2Mhr5Ri    

Migraine Minute News Update 1.15

January 22, 2021 02:04 - 1 minute - 3.31 MB

In this week’s Migraine Minute News Update,  Molly O’Brien will fill you in on the latest in migraine drug trials and approvals.  Never want to miss an episode?  Follow @migrainedisorders to catch these updates every week!

Migraine Minute News Update 1.8

January 22, 2021 01:57 - 1 minute - 3.47 MB

What does migraine treatment look like in the ER? Are you paying more to see a neurologist? Molly O’Brien will fill you in on the latest research. Check out this week’s AMD Migraine Minute News Update.