One thing that is inevitable about having a chronic illness is that plans can change in an instant. I had planned on watching the Migraine World Summit everyday and posting my thoughts on one of the topics each day. Unfortunately, my unpredictable, chronic life had different plans for me. I am currently writing this in … Continue reading Expect the Unexpected …
Aging and Migraine…
WORLD MIGRAINE SUMMIT - DAY 1 Each day of the World Migraine Summit I will be picking one of the day's topics and giving a small review. This was an interesting topic and Dr. Allan Purdy; Professor of Neurology, Dalhousie University, Canada gave an amazing talk about aging with migraine. The discussion was based around … Continue reading Aging and Migraine…
Myth Busters Migraine Edition …
With the Migraine World Summit starting today, the focus is on migraine education. I will be sharing some highlights of the discussions covered the day after the event date. (So my first World Summit post will be on Thursday) So, for today, I have picked out 5 myths and will explain why they are not … Continue reading Myth Busters Migraine Edition …
I Feel Better When I …
INGA Wellbeing started a Twitter campaign today that made me think about what makes me feel better. The idea is to share the things that make you feel better even on days that are not that great. Most people think that treating yourself must included elaborate spa days or shopping sprees. It really doesn't have … Continue reading I Feel Better When I …
Importance of a Migraine Safety Plan …
Follow my blog with Bloglovin As I have mentioned before, I have a rare type of Migraine called Hemiplegic Migraine. My aura symptoms include stroke like symptoms and includes vision loss, right side paralysis, inability to say words (just comes out as jibberish) and right side facial numbness (includes tongue and sometimes throat tingling). That … Continue reading Importance of a Migraine Safety Plan …
The Migraine World Summit Information …
The 2018 Migraine World Summit starts on April 18 and I am really excited. Just my opinion, last year's topics were a little lackluster...BUT THIS YEAR IS PACKED WITH GREATNESS! Talks about new treatments, stigmas surrounding Migraine, unconventional treatments, etc. The best part is that it is free! Just register to get free access. You … Continue reading The Migraine World Summit Information …
Comfort Food & Rice Krispie Treats …
This week has been dreary, wet and cold. What is up with that? It is April for crying out loud. Easter has passed and even my mother says I can wear sandals now. But no...the weather that gave us 80 degree days in February is giving us Winter in April. All of this "Springter" weather … Continue reading Comfort Food & Rice Krispie Treats …