Migraine and Relationships: The Invisible Challenges
When people think about migraine and headache disorders, they often think about the pain of an attack. But for many people living with migraine, the impact extends far beyond the pain itself. Migraine and relationships are complicated. Migraine and other headache disorders can affect relationships with spouses, partners, family members, friends, coworkers, and caregivers. It…
Meet the 2025–2026 ACT Now Graduates
The 2025–2026 ACT Now graduates are turning advocacy into action across the migraine and headache community. Through storytelling, education, fundraising, awareness campaigns, and community engagement, this year’s cohort demonstrated how powerful patient and provider voices can be when they come together with a shared mission. Throughout the program, graduates completed impactful advocacy initiatives that reflected…
Aileene’s Migraine Advocacy Journey: Finding Her Voice
For many people living with chronic migraine, the journey to diagnosis can be long, isolating, and emotionally exhausting. Aileene’s migraine story highlights the reality so many patients face when symptoms are minimized, misunderstood, or dismissed entirely. How Self-Advocacy and Community Support Changed Aileene’s Migraine Journey with Chronic Migraine “My first migraine attack happened at the…
Finding her Voice with Migraine Advocacy: Sedona’s Story
Sedona is finding her voice with migraine advocacy. Read her story and see how migraine advocacy starts with one honest truth Story written by Sedona R. “Honestly, I’ve never liked advocating for myself. I don’t want to make waves, so I tend to just grin and bear it.” For many living with migraine disease, this…
Dr. Pyland, MD: Advocacy Through Research, Access, Education
“I became involved in research as a Headache Medicine Fellow, seeing it more than an academic pursuit, but as a form of advocacy. Research allows us to explore new ways to improve care, close knowledge gaps, and spread information about what we already know—especially for conditions that are misunderstood or stigmatized. With research ranging from…
Kimberly Graves’ Story: From Silence to Strength
From Silence to Strength: Kimberly Graves’ Migraine Advocacy Story shows the strength of collaboration. “My advocacy story began after years of feeling beat down by stigma, shame, & guilt. When you are told this disease is your fault, you’re blamed for always having a ‘headache’, you tend to go inward & depression, anxiety, and suicidal…
Youth Voices Contest Winner & Honorable Mentions
At Miles for Migraine, we were deeply moved by every story shared through our Youth Voices Contest: Life with Migraine. Thank you to all the incredible young people (ages 8–17) who bravely let us into a day in their lives with migraine — their artwork, writing, and poetry gave us insight, hope, and inspiration. We…
Shout Outs & Successes! ACT Now Graduates 2024–2025
Each year, Miles for Migraine is proud to support and celebrate the passionate individuals who graduate from our ACT Now Advocacy Training Program. Shout outs to this year’s 2024–2025 cohort have demonstrated incredible commitment, creativity, and courage in advancing awareness of migraine and headache disorders across the country. Whether you’re a patient, fellow, provider, or…
Meet Miles: The Official Miles for Migraine Mascot on a Mission
Exciting news! Meet Miles, the official Miles for Migraine mascot, as she travels across the U.S. bringing hope, awareness, and community to every race! This year, Miles is on a mission-to show the world that migraine is a serious neurological disease, that those living with it deserve understanding and support, and that every person who…
Building a Strong Connection to Alleviate Migraine Isolation
Migraine isolation is a common experience. The unpredictable nature of attacks, the need to avoid common triggers, and the stigma surrounding an often invisible illness can make it difficult to maintain relationships and engage with the world. Many people with migraine find themselves canceling plans, missing work, or retreating from social interactions due to the…
What are the Signs & Symptoms of a Migraine Attack?
Migraine is more than just severe headaches. It is a complex neurological condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Unlike regular headaches, migraine often comes with a host of debilitating symptoms that can significantly impact daily life. In the U.S. alone, there are nearly 6.25 million ER visits per year related to migraine symptoms. Understanding…
Headache Specialist: It’s Worth the Wait and What to Do In the Meantime
While it is important to see a headache specialist for migraine and headache disorders, the wait to see one can often be frustrating. Getting into a headache specialist can be difficult due to several key factors. Why There is a Shortage of Headache Specialists Headache specialists are in short supply compared to the number of…