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National Migraine Centre

Headache Specialists from the UK charity National Migraine Centre discuss everything migraine and headache related. This podcast is set up to help give support and advice to those suffering with this largely misunderstood condition.

Throughout this podcast you will hear from guest speakers and experts in the medical field, as well as from migraineurs themselves sharing their experiences.

Send us your questions or any comments to info@nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk.

The Heads Up podcast is provided for general information only. It is not intended to amount to medical advice on which you should rely or to advocate or recommend the purchase of any product or to endorse or guarantee the credentials or appropriateness of any health care provider. The National Migraine Centre is not responsible for the views of those featured on this podcast and does not endorse, approve, or certify their recommendations or opinions, and information from this podcast should not be referenced in any way to imply such approval or endorsement. No material within this podcast is intended to be a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of information provided in this podcast.

Do not begin a new medical regimen, or ignore the advice of a medical professional, as a result of information expressed in this podcast, this website or from any of the sources of information to which we may link. By accessing this podcast, you acknowledge that the National Migraine Centre makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this podcast. Any hyperlinks or references are provided for your convenience & information only. We have no control over third party websites and accept no legal responsibility for any content, material or information contained in them.

  • 73 episodes
  • Updated June 25

Episodes73

  • Jan 20, 2020 · 53 min

    Hormones and Migraine

    For the 1st episode of Series 2 Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe speak with Professor Anne MacGregor about everything related to hormones and migraine. Learn about changes at puberty, contraception, menstrual vs menstrually-related migraine, the peri-menopause, the menopause and more. For additional information see The British Menopause Society website: https://thebms.org.uk/ If you have any questions/comments or any topics you would like us to cover in our next series email: info@nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk. WE ARE A CHARITY THERE ARE WAYS YOU CAN HELP THE PODCAST Donate to help us continue to release new episodes: www.justgiving.com/campaign/headsup Subscribe! Spread the word via social media: www.facebook.com/NationalMigraineCentre www.twitter.com/NatMigraineCtr

  • Dec 16, 2019 · 42 min

    Christmas Special

    This is the Christmas Special Episode of our Heads Up Podcast. Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe debug various myths about migraine. The episode also features special guest, Dr Sarah Miller, a consultant neurologist and together with our hosts answer the questions we have received from our listeners. Get information on the using of CBD oil, Botox, probiotics, infusion therapies, the new CGRP drugs and preventative medications for migraine management and if, and how they work. This is the last episode of Series 1. We will be back next year for Series 2 in January. We wish all our listeners a relaxing and enjoyable Festive Break and a Happy New Year! If you have any questions/comments or any topics you would like us to cover in our next series email: info@nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk. WE ARE A CHARITY THERE ARE WAYS YOU CAN HELP THE PODCAST Donate to help us continue to release new episodes: www.justgiving.com/campaign/headsup Subscribe! Spread the word via social media: www.facebook.com/NationalMigraineCentre www.twitter.com/NatMigraineCtr

  • Nov 25, 2019 · 44 min

    Migraine in Children and Adolescents

    Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss migraine in children and adolescents. Special guest Dr Heather Angus-Leppan, Consultant Neurologist, shares her expertise. Also, children share their experiences with migraine. See our factsheet for further information: https://bit.ly/2OeDBzv If you have any questions/comments or any topics you would like us to cover email: info@nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk. WE ARE A CHARITY THERE ARE WAYS YOU CAN HELP THE PODCAST Donate to help us continue to release new episodes: www.justgiving.com/campaign/headsup Subscribe! Spread the word via social media: www.facebook.com/NationalMigraineCentre www.twitter.com/NatMigraineCtr Website: www.nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk/migraine-and-headaches/heads-up-podcast

  • Nov 11, 2019 · 41 min

    Vestibular Migraine

    Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss vestibular migraine and interview special guest physiotherapist Lisa Burrows. If you have any questions/comments or any topics you would like us to cover email: info@nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk. WE ARE A CHARITY THERE ARE WAYS YOU CAN HELP THE PODCAST Donate to help us continue to release new episodes: www.justgiving.com/campaign/headsup Subscribe! Spread the word via social media: www.facebook.com/NationalMigraineCentre www.twitter.com/NatMigraineCtr Website: www.nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk/migraine-and-headaches/heads-up-podcast

  • Oct 28, 2019 · 30 min

    Migraine: Acute Treatments and Medication Overuse Headache

    Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss acute treatments and medication overuse headache (MOH). Special guest Dr Naz Manukyan adds her expertise on MOH. If you have any questions/comments or any topics you would like us to cover email: info@nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk. WE ARE A CHARITY THERE ARE WAYS YOU CAN HELP THE PODCAST Donate to help us continue to release new episodes: www.justgiving.com/campaign/headsup Subscribe! Spread the word via social media: www.facebook.com/NationalMigraineCentre www.twitter.com/NatMigraineCtr Website: www.nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk/migraine-and-headaches/heads-up-podcast

  • Oct 14, 2019 · 23 min

    Migraine Prevention: Medication

    Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss migraine prevention, specifically looking at different preventative medications available. If you have any questions/comments or any topics you would like us to cover email: info@nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk. WE ARE A CHARITY THERE ARE WAYS YOU CAN HELP THE PODCAST Donate to help us continue to release new episodes: www.justgiving.com/campaign/headsup Subscribe! Spread the word via social media: www.facebook.com/NationalMigraineCentre www.twitter.com/NatMigraineCtr Website: www.nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk/migraine-and-headaches/heads-up-podcast

  • Sep 30, 2019 · 24 min

    Migraine Prevention: Lifestyle & Supplements

    Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss migraine prevention, specifically looking at lifestyle management, including diet and exercise, and supplements. If you have any questions/comments or any topics you would like us to cover email : info@nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk. WE ARE A CHARITY THERE ARE WAYS YOU CAN HELP THE PODCAST Donate to help us continue to release new episodes: www.justgiving.com/campaign/headsup Subscribe! Spread the word via social media: www.facebook.com/NationalMigraineCentre www.twitter.com/NatMigraineCtr Website: www.nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk/migraine-and-headaches/heads-up-podcast

  • Sep 16, 2019 · 23 min

    All You Need To Know About Triptans

    Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe tells you all you need to know about triptans and a fellow migraineur tells her story on taking triptans for her migraine. If you have any questions/comments or any topics you would like us to cover email : info@nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk. WE ARE A CHARITY THERE ARE WAYS YOU CAN HELP THE PODCAST Donate to help us continue to release new episodes: www.justgiving.com/campaign/headsup Subscribe! Spread the word via social media: www.facebook.com/NationalMigraineCentre www.twitter.com/NatMigraineCtr Website: www.nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk/migraine-and-headaches/heads-up-podcast

  • Sep 2, 2019 · 47 min

    Migraine and Mental Health

    This Migraine Awareness Week we have an extended episode with special guest, Iain Lee, sharing his experiences with migraine, expert advice from specialist doctors, and fellow migraine sufferers sharing their story of migraine and mental health. Learn more about Abi Stevens' fundraising exhibit: https://www.facebook.com/events/472670280236182/ We are a charity and need your support, please keep these episodes going by donating here: www.justgiving.com/campaign/headsup

  • Aug 19, 2019 · 18 min

    Do I Need A Brain Scan?

    Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss if a brain scan is needed for headaches. Our guest speaker, headache specialist, Dr Naz Manukyan shares her thoughts on brain scans and a migraineur tells her story of having multiple scans. If you have any questions/comments or any topics you would like us to cover email : info@nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk. WE ARE A CHARITY THERE ARE WAYS YOU CAN HELP THE PODCAST Donate to help us continue to release new episodes: www.justgiving.com/campaign/headsup Subscribe! Spread the word via social media: www.facebook.com/NationalMigraineCentre www.twitter.com/NatMigraineCtr Website: www.nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk/migraine-and-headaches/heads-up-podcast

  • Aug 5, 2019 · 15 min

    Migraine Triggers

    Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss various things that can trigger migraine. Also, two migraineurs discuss their migraine triggers and how they tend to cope with them. If you have any questions/comments or any topics you would like us to cover email : info@nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk. WE ARE A CHARITY THERE ARE WAYS YOU CAN HELP THE PODCAST Subscribe! Spread the word via social media: www.facebook.com/NationalMigraineCentre www.twitter.com/NatMigraineCtr Donate: www.justgiving.com/campaign/headsup Website: www.nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk/migraine-and-headaches/heads-up-podcast

  • Jul 22, 2019 · 14 min

    World Brain Day- The Four Stages of Migraine

    Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss what a migraine is and the four stages of migraine. Migraineurs describe their experiences. Send us your questions or any comments to info@nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk. WAYS TO HELP THE PODCAST Subscribe! Spread the word via social media: www.facebook.com/NationalMigraineCentre www.twitter.com/NatMigraineCtr Donate: www.justgiving.com/campaign/headsup Website: www.nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk/migraine-and-headaches/heads-up-podcast

  • Jul 19, 2019 · 5 min

    Teaser

    Teaser episode of our upcoming podcast, Heads Up. Is it "mee-graine" or "my-graine"? Send us your questions or any comments to info@nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk. WAYS TO HELP THE PODCAST Subscribe! Spread the word via social media: www.facebook.com/NationalMigraineCentre www.twitter.com/NatMigraineCtr Donate: www.justgiving.com/campaign/headsup Website: www.nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk/migraine-and-headaches/heads-up-podcast