Robbins Headache Clinic Blog
“Sticker Shocks in the Pharmacy” from The New York Times
For chronically ill patients, decisions about whether to pay or go without medications are life-or-death battles that must be fought over and over again. When Caiti Derenze, a lawyer in Jersey City, N.J., went to Walgreens to refill her insulin prescription in July,...
“What is a Migraine Aura?” from the Mayo Clinic
A migraine headache is caused by changes in your nervous system. Migraines may progress through four stages: prodrome, aura, attack and postdrome. Not everyone experiences all the stages. Forty to 60% of people with migraines experience a prodrome phase...
“Migraine May Be “Big Bang” Theory for Early Puberty in Girls” from Science Daily
Early puberty in girls may be 'big bang theory' for migraine Adolescent girls who reach puberty at an earlier age may also have a greater chance of developing migraine headaches, according to new research from investigators at the University of Cincinnati (UC)...
“Massage Measurably Reduces Stress” from Medical News Today
A study finds that 10 minutes of massage or relaxation can activate the body’s system for overcoming stress. Share on The damaging effects of stress are well-known, but fortunately, our bodies have a built-in system for managing and recovering from it. This system is...
“Want to Feel Renewed? An “Awe Walk” Can Help” from The New York Times
Consciously watching for small wonders in the world around you during an otherwise ordinary walk could amplify the mental health benefits of the stroll, according to an interesting new psychological study of what the study’s authors call “awe walks.” In the study,...
“Conducting a Telemedicine Neurologic Examination…” from American Headache Society
Conducting a Telemedicine Neurologic Examination with Jennifer Robblee, MD Jennifer Robblee, MD, shares best practices for a virtual headache visit In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, headache practices have transitioned where possible to telemedicine. In this way,...
“Neuroscientists Shed a New Light on the Mechanisms Responsible for Familial Migraine…” from Science Daily
Genetic malfunction of brain astrocytes triggers migraine Neuroscientists shed a new light on the mechanisms responsible for familial migraine: They show that a genetic dysfunction in specific brain cells of the cingulate cortex area strongly influences head pain...
“Treating Rebound Headaches With Early Preventative Meds Best Choice, Study Finds” from CNN Health
Treating rebound headaches with early preventative meds best choice, study finds By Sandee LaMotte, CNN Updated 1:56 PM ET, Tue May 26, 2020 Tyramine, a monoamine compound found in aged and fermented foods, has been linked to migraines. The compound is produced...
“For Older People, Reassuring News in the Statin Debate” from New York Times
For Older People, Reassuring News in the Statin Debate There is accumulating evidence that the benefits of statins far outweigh possible risks, and nearly all statins on the market are now available as inexpensive generics. Cholesterol-lowering statin drugs, already...
“What Can Cause Stomach Pain and a Headache?” from Medical News Today
What can cause stomach pain and a headache? Headache and stomach pain are two symptoms of a wide range of medical conditions. Causes can include stress, migraines, and some infections. Stress Share on PinterestStress is a possible cause of stomach pain and a headache....