Heads Up – Détails, épisodes et analyse

It's the Cluster Headache Awareness Day, and Heads Up Podacst is back with a new episode. Tune in to this latest episode where our host Headache Specialist Dr Katy Munro, sits down with consultant neurologist and headache expert Dr Nick Silver from the Walton Centre UK.

In this informative discussion, Dr Silver sheds light on the often misunderstood condition of cluster headaches. Delving into the nuances that differentiate them from migraine, they explore topics such as diagnosis, the profound impact these headaches have on individuals, and the prevalence within the population.Get valuable insights into effective acute and preventive treatments and management strategies for cluster headaches, empowering those who suffer and their loved ones with knowledge and hope.

As a special bonus, don't miss our exclusive bonus track where you'll hear from someone who suffers from Cluster Headache. They share their personal journey, offering a poignant glimpse into the real-life impact of this disease. It's the voice of somone living with cluster headaches, giving a firsthand understanding of the challenges they face.

For further resources and support, visit:
- Ouch UK  - Providing support and advocacy for those affected by cluster headaches.
- The Brain Charity- Offering guidance and assistance to individuals living with neurological conditions.

Don't miss Dr Silver's enlightening talk from the OUCH Summer conference: Link and his comprehensive overview of migraine booklet: Migraine Booklet

**Disclaimer:**

This podcast episode contains discussions about cluster headaches, including topics that may touch upon sensitive subjects such as mental health and suicide. While we strive to provide informative and supportive content, we acknowledge that these discussions may be triggering for some listeners. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues or experiencing thoughts of self-harm or suicide, we urge you to seek support from a qualified healthcare professional or your GP. For emergency call 999 helpline immediately. Your mental health and well-being are important, and help is available.

Listener discretion is advised.

Heads Up Podcast brings to you Becky's story:

Listen to the raw and unfiltered experience of someone living with cluster headaches.They share the daily challenges and profound impact this condition has on their life. Join us for a brief yet powerful insight into the reality of living with cluster headaches, giving voice to the struggles and hardships faced by those affected. Tune in for a moving account that sheds light on the human side of this often misunderstood condition.

If you are diagnosed with migraine or cluster headache and would like to share your story on our podcast, email us on info@nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk. 

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**Disclaimer:**

This podcast episode contains discussions about cluster headaches, including topics that may touch upon sensitive subjects such as mental health and suicide. While we strive to provide informative and supportive content, we acknowledge that these discussions may be triggering for some listeners. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues or experiencing thoughts of self-harm or suicide, we urge you to seek support from a qualified healthcare professional or your GP. For emergency call 999 helpline immediately. Your mental health and well-being are important, and help is available.

Listener discretion is advised.

The last episode of Heads Up Podcast Series 4 is a festive edition featuring Headache Specialist and host Dr Katy Munro and four migraine warriors Lily, Amy, Jessica, and Abi discussing living life with chronic pain, and some tips on managing the condition during this festive time. Follow the journeys of our guest migraine warriors: 

• Amy: @the_migraine_life
• Abi: www.abistevens.com
• Jessica: @jessbullanderson.art

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This year, we have faced devastating financial losses as the terrible impact of the pandemic has hurt us. Our income has collapsed and, without your help, our future is in doubt.

Please donate now to save the National Migraine Centre before it’s too late!

Spare just one more gift this festive season!

Link: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/JustOneMoreGift

Your donations will help us continue treating people with migraine and create more podcasts. 

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is a condition that impacts children and adults. In this episode featuring our guest, Dr Bethan Myers, Consultant Haematologist at University Hospitals, Leicester, and host Headache Specialist Dr Katy Munro discusses the impact of MCAS on people with migraine.

In the last segment of the episode, Anna shares her struggle with MCAS and migraine. 

The episode discusses: 

• MCAS and Long Covid
• MCAS and Ehlers Danlos
• MCAS and hypermobility

Useful links: 

• https://www.mastcellaction.org/
• https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/health-a-z/mast-cell-diseases/
• https://tmsforacure.org/

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Have you ever got a headache after eating a large scoop of ice cream? There are a number of other primary headaches and this episode is all about these different headaches.

Our hosts Headache Specialists Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss cough headaches, sex headaches, ponytail headaches, new daily persistent headaches, ice-cream headaches, and many more in this episode. 

Some useful links:

• https://ichd-3.org/other-primary-headache-disorders/
• https://www.bash.org.uk/

Heads Up Podcast is produced by the National Migraine Centre a charity that needs your support to carry on making more podcasts for the migraine community.

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This Migraine Awareness week, we have our host Headache Specialist GP Dr Katy Munro with GP & Menopause Specialist Dr Louise Newson discussing migraine during perimenopause and menopause. 

This episode features discussions on hormonal changes and its impact and use of HRT for women with migraine. Stay tuned till the end to hear Marissa's migraine experience during the perimenopause phase and the treatments that helped her. 

For more information: https://www.menopausedoctor.co.uk/

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This special episode features Headache Specialist Dr. Katy Munro and Lydia Yadi, Senior Commissioning Editor, Penguin Business discussing the book Managing your Migraine, as part of the Penguin Life Expert Series, the motivations behind this comprehensive guide for people with migraine. 

Know more about the book and other health titles that will be coming soon as part of the Penguin Life Expert series. 

Managing Your Migraine is the practical go-to guide for understanding migraine. Dr Munro will give you expert advice on:

· Understanding your migraine phases and triggers
· The impact of food, exercise and sleep on migraine
· Rescue plans for acute attacks
· Migraine preventers
· Migraine in children
· Managing your mental health with migraine

If you're a person with migraine or know someone struggling, this book will provide helpful strategies for alleviating your symptoms and managing your migraine. Drawing on her medical expertise, her own personal experience with migraine, and the stories of her patients, Dr Munro will empower you to get to know your own migraine and build an effective treatment plan that will help you live your life more fully.

'Managing Your Migraine' by Dr Katy Munro BM MRCGP DRCOG, headache specialist GP at the National Migraine Centre will be published on the 26th of August by Penguin Life.

You can now pre-order the book from the following retailers:

Amazon

Waterstones

WHSmith

Foyles

Bookshop.org

This episode features our host Headache Specialist Dr Katy Munro and guests from Flippin' Pain Team, Prof Cormac Ryan, Professor of Clinical Rehabilitation at Teesside University, and physiotherapist, Felicity Thow discussing chronic pain, its impact, and management.

Did you know?

30-50% of people in the UK live with persistent pain which negatively impacts their physical and mental health, social and home lives, and the ability to stay at work.

To know more about the Flippin' Pain Campaign and understand about persistent pain and various treatments click here https://www.flippinpain.co.uk/

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This is part two of our Migraine and Acupuncture episode featuring headache specialist Dr Katy Munro and special guest Dr Mike Cummings, Medical Director of the British Medical Acupuncture Society.

For more information on acupuncture for migraine see the links:

• https://www.medical-acupuncture.co.uk/
• https://acupuncture.org.uk/

Our host, Headache Specialist Dr Katy Munro's book 'Managing your Migraine' part of Penguin Life Series is releasing on 26th August. The book is available to pre-order from Amazon  https://amzn.to/3yaiu5t

If you have any questions/comments or any topics you would like us to cover in our future episodes email: info@nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk.

WE ARE A CHARITY. Please help us keep going in the following ways:

Donate to help us continue to release new episodes: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/headsup 

This is the first part of this two-part episode. Part two will be out next week featuring Dr Katy Munro and special guest Dr Mike Cummings, Medical Director of the British Medical Acupuncture Society.

Our hosts Headache Specialist Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss various evidence-based holistic treatments for the management of migraine. We are also joined by acupuncturist Nicola Court who talks about acupuncture therapy for migraine patients and shares her experiences.

A special thanks to Allie Munro, for giving voice to the story of one of Nicola's patients, sharing their experience with migraine. 

Dr Katy Munro's book 'Managing your Migraine' is an informative and educational read with a lot of information on holistic treatments. The book is available to pre-order from Amazon now https://amzn.to/3yaiu5t

For more information on acupuncture for migraine see the links:

• http://www.nicolacourt.co.uk/
• https://acupuncture.org.uk/

If you have any questions/comments or any topics you would like us to cover in our future episodes email: info@nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk.

WE ARE A CHARITY. Please help us keep going in the following ways:

Donate to help us continue to release new episodes: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/headsup