American Headache Society

Happy Thanksgiving from AHS! We hope that you spend this time with loved ones and reflect on all that you have accomplished. Today, and always, we express our sincere gratitude to our members. It is because of each of you that we can continue to advance our mission of improving the lives of individuals with #migraine and other #headache disorders.

#HeadacheHighlights Plain Language Summary: Sjogren's disease (SjD), also known as Sjogren's syndrome, is a chronic systemic autoimmune disease with symptoms including dry eyes, dry mouth, and joint pain; primary and secondary headaches are frequent neurological complications associated with SjD, and these headaches may be under-recognized. We (the authors) have reviewed research articles about the types of headaches that are most commonly reported with SjD, and we found that migraine and tension-type headache are the most common primary headaches, but patients with SjD may experience dangerous types of secondary headaches as well. Clinicians should utilize a detailed history, physical examination, and neuroimaging to recognize and diagnose types of headaches in patients with SjD to prevent dangerous complications. Read the full Headache Journal (Headache: The Journal of Head & Face Pain) study here: tinyurl.com/f564xjds

The 2024 Scottsdale Headache Symposium begins this week! We're excited to welcome healthcare professionals from across the country to explore the latest advancements in #headache and #migraine care. Check out our press release for an in-depth look at this year's program: https://bwnews.pr/3Cmevdt Whether you're joining us in Scottsdale or tuning in virtually, there's still time to register! Onsite registration and live-stream options are available. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and shape the future of headache medicine. Register here: bit.ly/4dJDfsR

On #VeteransDay, and always, we honor and thank our veterans for their dedication, courage, and sacrifice. At AHS, we recognize the unique challenges faced by many veterans, including the impact of #headachedisorders. Thank you, veterans, for your service.

#AHSFirstContact – Headache in Primary Care presentations are now available on AHS Education On Demand! These CME-accredited, one-hour sessions cover essential topics like the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of migraine, specifically designed to support healthcare professionals. Best of all, they’re available at no cost, so you can learn at your own pace. Access the full series here and enhance your migraine expertise today: bit.ly/3NWxsWp

Exciting news from AHS! Our newly re-designed website is now live! Discover an improved user experience, a comprehensive research hub, streamlined grant opportunities, seamless access to Headache? Journal for members, and various resources to amplify your knowledge in #HeadacheMedicine. View the website today to explore the updates here: bit.ly/3fykNM2

#HeadacheHighlights Plain Language Summary: This qualitative interview study describes the roles of clinical pharmacist practitioners (CPPs) in Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Headache Centers of Excellence (HCoEs) and non-HCoE VHA facilities. Findings suggest that CPPs who are integrated within HCoE service infrastructure tend to have more opportunities than CPPs in non-HCoE VHA facilities to contribute their unique skills for improving patient access to high-quality, evidence-based headache care. Results also suggest that CPPs can extend headache specialists’ services through their integration into interdisciplinary headache care teams. View the full Headache Journal (Headache: The Journal of Head & Face Pain) article here: bit.ly/3zF9SdD

*Advancing Headache Research: Key Priorities for the Next Decade* The AHS is excited to announce a groundbreaking initiative, led in close collaboration with the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) and the International Headache Society (IHS). Eight critical research priorities have been identified for the headache field. These priorities will guide research over the next decade and improve outcomes for individuals with headache disorders. As we look to the future, the identified research priorities offer a roadmap for addressing the complexities of headache disorders. By uniting researchers, healthcare professionals, and patient advocates around these goals, we can work towards a future where effective treatments and comprehensive care for headache disorders are within reach for everyone. We are excited for this advancement and look forward to the future ahead. View the full list of priorities and more information here: bit.ly/4dCDc2b

Time is running out to register and join us at the 2024 Scottsdale Headache Symposium, November 14-17 where leading experts will provide cutting-edge insights on treating, diagnosing, and managing #migraine and other #headache disorders. AMA PRA Category 1 Credits, ABPN, AAFP and Pharmacology are available. View continuing education information here: bit.ly/4dJDfsR Register by October 24 to take advantage of advance rate pricing. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your clinical knowledge and network with peers in the field. Learn more and register today: bit.ly/4dpZGUx

New LEAD series alert! This series aims to provide interactive sessions with experts in practice management topics to provide a space for didactics, sharing of best practices, and discussion for overcoming practice challenges. Register for upcoming sessions to enhance your headache practice and earn AMA PRA Category 1 Credit?. Learn more and register for upcoming sessions here: bit.ly/4eUncdh