1 in 7 people worldwide lives with migraine, one of the top three most common diseases globally and the second leading cause of disability, affecting over 1 billion people. Yet, it remains one of the most misunderstood, underfunded, and over-stigmatized conditions.

Migraine is not just a headache, it’s a disabling brain disease, a powerful, invisible force. For more than 40 million Americans of all ages, it’s a battle against symptoms that vary from person to person. The most common include severe head pain, nausea, brain fog, and sensitivity to light and sound, all compounded by a world that doesn’t fully understand.

But here’s the truth: you don’t have to fight alone. Understanding migraine, and your individual symptoms are important first steps to creating a tailored and successful treatment plan. The American Migraine Foundation is here to guide you every step of the way, with resources, education, and a community that truly sees you.

Watch our campaign video and join us in breaking the stigma:
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Author(s)

  • Dr. Christine Lay is a Professor of Neurology at the University of Toronto and the founding Director of the Headache Program. She holds the Deborah Ivy Christiani Brill Chair in Neurology and directs the Centre for Headache at Women’s College Hospital. A lifelong migraine patient, she has significantly advanced research in headache disorders, contributing to groundbreaking studies that improve patient care. Dr. Lay combines her clinical expertise, teaching, and research with a deep commitment to advocacy as Chair of the American Migraine Foundation, Board Member of the American Headache Society and the Canadian Headache Society.