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Migraine and Headache Australia

Migraine & Headache Australia is the only organisation in Australia that has supported the more than 6 million Australians affected by headache and migraine for over two decades. Migraine & Headache Australia is a division of the Brain Foundation.

Vision and mission

To fund research into headaches and migraines and provide information for sufferers through the organisation's National Headache Register.

How Migraine & Headache Australia can help

Individuals can join the National Headache Register where they can join others and have their voice heard. Registered sufferers will be kept informed of latest treatments, research opportunities and access to webinars by specialists on various aspects of headache and migraine.

Programs

Register with the National Headache Register to participate in research and access the latest treatments and news. Your personal information is held medical-in-confidence.

Contact

  • Call Migraine & Headache Australia on 1300 886 660

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This information was originally published on healthdirect - Migraine and Headache Australia.

Last reviewed: January 2020

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Adults and Headache - Headache Australia

Studies confirm that tension-type headache and migraine are more common in women while cluster headache, a rare form of headache, is more common in men.

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What Is Headache - Headache Australia

Headache is one of the commonest symptoms experienced by humans. In fact, it is quite unusual not to have at least an occasional headache.

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What is Migraine? - Resources and more - Headache Australia

Migraine is a common neurological disorder that affects millions of Australians. Thankfully, the following resources may help you manage your migraine.

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What is a migraine? Headache Australia

Migraines are headaches that typically last from 4-72 hours and you may experience nausea and vomiting as well as sensitivity to light or sound.

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Children and Headache - Headache Australia

Headache is a frequent symptom in children, many not being seen by doctors. Studies have shown that prevalence increases from preschool to mid-adolescence.

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