Migraine and Stroke - More Info

For More Information

National Headache Foundation:
Women and Migraine Learning Module
www.headaches.org/educational_modules/medtronic
Headache Diary
www.headaches.org/educational_modules/migraine_module/diary.htm

American Headache Society
Migraine in Women
www.achenet.org/education/patients/MigraineinWomen.asp
Headache Triggers Worksheet
www.achenet.org/assets/Identifying_Headache_Triggers_Worksheet.pdf
Finding A Headache Health Care Professional
www.achenet.org/resources/physician/index.asp

National Institute for Neurological Disorders and Stroke
www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/headache/detail_headache.htm#85743138

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