Migraine & Headache Australia

14/08/2026

06/08/2026

It's National Stroke Week. Did you know migraine with aura is a risk factor for stroke?

However, there's a bit more to it:
🧠 The absolute risk is low compared to other factors like high blood pressure.
📌 Having migraine with aura is not something you can control - similar to your age, gender or family history.
✅ If you have migraine with aura, focus on managing modifiable stroke factors, such as alcohol consumption, high cholesterol, obesity, and being on an oestrogen-containing birth control.

If you are concerned about your stroke risk, speak to your GP or health professional to get tailored medical advice.

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Dr Catherine Stark is a neurologist at Austin Health in Victoria, Australia. You can watch the full Q&A webinar recording at the link in bio.

This video is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

31/07/2026

Can antihistamines help your migraine?

As Australia heads into its final month of winter, spring is on the horizon, and for those living with migraine, the change in season may come with extra challenges. 🤧🌸

Neurologist Dr Catherine Stark explains that while over-the-counter antihistamines can help control acute hay fever symptoms that might trigger a migraine attack, there is no evidence to suggest they work to reduce migraine frequency.

Found this useful? Join us September 21–25 for Migraine and Headache Awareness Week, featuring free, expert-led webinars covering a range of migraine topics and recent updates. More information to come!



This video is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

24/07/2026

New opportunities to participate in migraine research 🧠

1) Participate in a clinical trial in Brisbane examining the role of physiotherapy management for individuals with migraine and neck pain, involving specific but gentle physiotherapy manual therapy, education and exercises.

2) Participate in a 30-minute online survey examining feelings, experiences, and decision-making processes regarding pain in individuals living with migraine.

Both studies have ethical approval ✅

Find more information and apply here: https://headacheaustralia.org.au/research-participant/

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Note: Migraine and Headache Australia is sharing this research opportunity as a community resource. We are not involved in the study and do not provide funding or oversight. Please contact the research team with any enquiries.

22/07/2026

Mark your calendars – Migraine Headache Awareness Week is back for 2026 🎉💜

Join us this September 21-25 for a series of free, expert-led webinars covering the latest migraine research, treatment updates, and practical insights.

📩 Be sure to sign up for the Migraine & Headache Australia newsletter (link in comments) to be the first to hear about our speakers, webinar topics, and session times.

In the meantime, you can catch up on all of our 2025 Migraine Headache Awareness Week webinars for free on our website.

Stay tuned and watch this space!

03/07/2026

🔔 New opportunity to participate in research 🔔

Researchers at Western Sydney University are studying how migraine, specifically migraine with aura, affects arteries in the brain.

The study involves:
➡️ A 10-minute questionnaire on migraine history;
➡️ A non-invasive ultrasound scan to capture detailed images of blood flow in the brain;
➡️ Providing a small blood sample, and;
➡️ Some simple visual tasks.

Find more eligibility information and apply on our website: https://headacheaustralia.org.au/research-participant/

If you know someone else who may be interested, please share this opportunity.

This study has ethics approval✅

01/07/2026

Migraine on the front page! 📢

Carl Cincinnato, lead of Migraine and Headache Australia, recently spoke to health reporter Penny Timms about how Australia's PBS settings are affecting access to newer medicines, including migraine-specific treatments.

Carl spoke about his personal journey with migraine, and the real-life consequences of delayed access to treatment.

For people affected by migraine, better access to affordable treatments is not a luxury. It can mean the difference between merely surviving and being able to live, work, and participate in life fully.

MHA are proud to be leading advocates in this space.

The full article is available online for those with access to The Australian.

25/06/2026

Our gut is often called the body's “second brain” because of its close connection with the brain, influencing everything from mood to cognition. 🧠

This connection is especially relevant in migraine. During an attack, nausea is common and digestion can slow down, which may affect the absorption of oral medications. Some people also identify specific foods as migraine triggers.

Research has also found a higher prevalence of gastrointestinal conditions, including coeliac disease and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), among people with migraine.

As Dr Cohen explains, looking after your gut health may also support better migraine management.

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This video is with Dr Fred Cohen from our webinar series during Migraine Headache Awareness Week 2025.

You can watch the full webinar for free on our website.

Fred Cohen MD, Headache Specialist

This video is meant for general education; always talk to a health professional for individual treatment.

22/06/2026

Myths about migraine are almost as common as the condition itself.

This , we broke down 10 common myths and misunderstandings about migraine. You can read the full article on our website.

What's the most common myth you hear about migraine? 🤔

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Brain Foundation

18/06/2026

ICYMI, we are making real progress in the migraine space 💪

Thank you for being part of this community. Your support allows us to fund much-needed migraine research, provide free educational resources, and advocate for real change.

We’ve made great strides, but there’s still so much more to be done.

June 30 is just around the corner, and a tax-deductible donation this EOFY will go a long way towards helping us maintain this momentum for years to come.

See the comments for ways to support. 💜