Migraines Headaches News & Features

Researchers found that the injected drug, called erenumab, could prevent migraines if other treatments fail to do so.

Self-administered magnetic pulses from a hand-held device may help head off debilitating migraines, researchers report.

Migraine patients could also face an increased risk of heart attacks, strokes, blood clots and irregular heart rates, a new study suggests.

Norwegian researchers examined the aftermath of a 2011 terrorist attack on a summer camp in Norway that left 69 people dead and 33 severely wounded. Most of the dead were teenagers.

The drugs were designed specifically to target a pathway believed to be important in these headaches.

Non-narcotic drug far more effective in new study

Heightened risk of stroke not borne out in preliminary study

From migraines to psoriasis to depression, researchers are looking at new ways to use light therapy.

Addictive painkillers should be treatment of last resort, headache expert says

Alternative treatment yielded better results in emergency room patients

New migraine drugs avoid the risky effects of current treatments on the heart. Other new therapies use electrical pulses to stop headaches.

You're just trying to help, but there are some things your friend with migraines would like you to quit doing.

Even in the best relationships, good communication can fall short. But when it comes to migraine treatment, there are steps that you and your doctor can take to make sure you both stay on the same page.

Study found risk increased in both obese and underweight people

If you’re having migraines after a period of remission, there’s good news: A few easy steps can bring relief again. Check out this advice from migraine experts.

Problem also more likely in men and patients under 39, though chances are still low

But one headache expert says procedure not without risks, pain relief not significantly better than meds

Study found electrical stimulation reduced ache if started soon enough

Migraines are painful and intense. Could they be permanently harming your brain?

Should you see a headache specialist? Find out what they do and how to choose one.

Medication-overuse headaches, also known as rebound headaches, can happen if you overuse many types of pain relievers. Find out how to avoid them.

The risk is small, but concerning, researchers say

How can you get through your workday with a pounding migraine? WebMD asked headache experts and migraine sufferers for their top tips.

Pain is so intense it often wakes people from their sleep, neurologist says

Researchers suggest doctors consider severe headaches a potential risk factor for brain attack