Raising Money for
Migraine Research
Suicide Prevention
Suicide Prevention Lifeline National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 (call 24/7)
Better Addiction Care Suicide prevention help and resources
MY3 app Stay connected when you’re struggling with tough emotions or having thoughts of suicide
Headache/Migraine Organizations
Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy Dedicated to advocacy efforts that can result in better treatment for all headache disorder patients
American Headache Society A professional society of health care providers dedicated to the study and treatment of headache and face pain
American Migraine Foundation Established by the American Headache Society to support research and education that will lead to improvement in the lives of those who suffer from migraine and other disabling headaches
Association of Migraine Disorders A non-profit seeking to end the suffering from migraine illness through collaboration, education, research and support
Canadian Headache Society An important resource for migraine sufferers based in Canada. Read articles and get updates on migraine related news from
Chronic Migraine Awareness, Inc. A non-profit organization working hard to help ease the lives of people with chronic migraine
Coalition for Headache and Migraine Patients Brings together organizations and leaders in the migraine and headache area to enhance communication, coordination and collaboration to more effectively help people
Danielle Byron Henry Migraine Foundation A nonprofit that provides support and access to treatment for those living with migraine disease, especially young adults and children
Headache Cooperative of New England A non-profit organization composed of medical, dental, and allied health professionals who are interested in the science and practice of headache medicine
Headache and Policy Forum Advances public policies and practices that promote accelerated innovation and improved treatments for headache and migraine sufferers
Help for Headaches A volunteer non-profit in Canada that helps headache and migraine sufferers with treatment, suggestions, specialists, and education
International Headache Society International membership organization for those with a professional commitment to helping people affected by headache
Lifting the Burden UK charitable organization that directs the Global Campaign against Headache with the support of the World Health Organization
The Migraine Trust A charity that funds research, provides evidence-based information, and campaigns for and supports people affected by migraine in the UK
Miles for Migraine Improves the lives of migraine patients and their families, raises public awareness about headache disorders, and helps fund a cure for migraine by producing fun walk/runs and hosting youth camps
My Chronic Brain An informational magazine designed specifically for people with chronic migraine and those they interact with
National Headache Foundation Nonprofit seeking to cure headache and to end its pain and suffering through advocacy, awareness, education, and research
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) The institute within the National Institutes of Health (NIH) that conducts and supports research on brain and nervous system disorders
Runnin’ For Research Improves the quality of life of those who suffer with headache and migraine disorders through fundraising for quality research and the promotion of patient empowerment, community awareness, and local and national advocacy
Southern Headache Society A non-profit organization of health care professionals dedicated to the treatment of headache, facial pain, and related disorders
U.S. Pain Foundation A non-profit organization dedicated to serving those who live with pain conditions and their care providers
Vestibular Disorders Association Helps patients regain balance and restore their lives through patient education, support networks, and public advocacy
Prescription Payment Assistance
Patient Assistance Programs (PAPs) provide free or low-cost medications to people who need help paying for treatment. Each program has its own eligibility guidelines. These websites contain information about medication assistance and directories of PAPs.
Partnership for Prescription Assistance
Headache Tracking Tools
Apps
Curelator iPhone/iPad, free version and $49.99 premium version
Headache Diary Lite iphone free
iHeadache iPhone, free or $4.99 for pro
Migraine Buddy iPhone and Android, free
Online/Printable Migraine Diaries
Hartford Healthcare Headache Center Migraine Diary
Montefiore Headache Center Adapted from the New England Center for Headache: Headache Calendar
Relaxation Techniques
Relaxation Audio Free relaxation audio files to download
Curable App for Chronic Pain Mindbody program for chronic pain relief
Guided Meditation Free mindfulness meditation audio files in English and Spanish
This Way Up Online help and learning programs for anxiety and depression
Anxiety apps Healthline’s best anxiety apps of 2018
Insomnia apps Healthline’s best insomnia apps of 2019
Meditation apps Healthline’s best meditation apps of 2019
Websites and Blogs
AccuWeather.com Enter location and click go, then hover over the plus sign to the right of your location to see the migraine forecast
BonTriage Helps you prepare for your doctor’s appointment by asking the right questions to produce a headache history that guides your diagnosis and treatment
Chronic Migraine Ellie Ellie is a college student who is passionate about raising awareness and educating others about migraines because of her own struggle and experience with chronic migraines
ClinicalTrials.gov A registry of federally and privately supported clinical trials
The Counterfactual Brain A blog about Beth who shares her trials, tribulations, and tips on life with chronic migraine
The Daily Headache Kerrie Smyres’ blog about chronic migraine, headache disorders, chronic illness, and depression
The Daily Migraine Lisa Jacobson’s blog that serves as the online home specifically for sufferers of chronic migraine
Drugwatch.com Provides accurate, comprehensive information about commonly used drugs and devices that may have harmful side effects
Everyday Health Headache and migraine section with information and links to articles
Golden Graine Their mission is living a fulfilled life with chronic migraine and pain
Headache and Migraine News Thoughts and information about the latest news in the world of migraine, cluster headache and other headache disorders
Healthline.com Healthline’s mission is to make the people of the world healthier through the power of information. Migraine section includes information, articles, and graphics
Know Your Dose Learn if acetaminophen is in your medicine and how to use it safely
Medication Overuse Treatment Strategy Trial (MOTS) Information about medication overuse headache
Migraine.com A platform for migraine sufferers to learn, educate, and connect with peers and healthcare professionals
MigraineAgain.com A private community of migraineurs and headache patients, and those who love them
The Migraine Chronicles Sarah gets candid about life with intractable chronic migraine
Migraine Connect Social network for people living with migraine with discussion forums, information, and news
Migraine Diva Jamie Sanders’s blog about chronic migraine, fibromyalgia, and other chronic diseases
Migraine Support A Facebook page where sufferers can give each other advice
The Migraine Warrior Michelle’s blog is to raise awareness about living with migraine. Her goal is advocate, educate empathize, and empower
More To Migraine Provides information about how to better manage living with the disease
My Migraine Life Sara’s blog about her life as a mother and wife who suffers from migraine
Putting Our Heads Together Teri Roberts’s informed opinions and reports on migraine news
Tuck.com In-depth resource guide to sleep health and wellness
Why do researchers do different kinds of clinical studies? A helpful infographic from the National Institutes of Health
Yoga for Migraine Headaches A YouTube channel of instructional videos that can be used for migraine relief
Publications
Brain & Life American Academy of Neurology’s (AAN) brain health patient-education magazine. Covers a wide range of neurologic disorders, including headache/migraine
Cephalalgia, An International Journal of Headache Published on behalf of the International Headache Society, Cephalalgia is an international journal of original research papers, review articles, and short communications on all aspects of headache science
Chronic Pain: Hope Through Research Chronic pain information compiled by the NINDS
Headache, The Journal of Head and Face Pain American Headache Society journal that features some of the most important and innovative research from within the migraine and headache field
Headache: Hope Through Research Information about headaches, including migraine, compiled by NINDS
Migraine Patient Guidelines A great resource for learning about migraine disease, treatment options, and living with migraine
Doctors Certified in Headache Medicine
To help migraine sufferers and their families, MRF provides a proprietary list of doctors who have been certified in Headache Medicine. Our list is organized by city and state and includes patient age information and phone numbers so you can find a doctor and make an appointment. View the list of doctors
Children’s Headache Doctors
Many headache specialists don’t treat kids or teens. To help parents, MRF provides a proprietary list of children’s headache doctors. Our list is organized by city and state and includes patient age information and phone numbers so you can find a doctor who will treat your child and make an appointment. View the list of doctors
Comprehensive Headache Centers
A Comprehensive Headache Center is a multi-disciplinary center that uses a collaborative approach to treatment and is experienced in the care of complex or difficult to treat headache conditions. MRF provides this proprietary list so sufferers with more complicated conditions can find a treatment center. View the list of comprehensive headache centers This page contains listings and links to third-party web sites or resources. They are provided solely to help you identify and locate other resources of potential interest. The Migraine Research Foundation does not endorse or control the individuals or organizations included in the listings and is not responsible for their content or operation. As a result, we cannot verify the accuracy of the information contained in them.