June 6-12, 2010 is National Headache Awareness Week. Headache is a legitimate and treatable neurobiological disease which negatively impacts the quality of life of 45 million Americans. The different types of headaches include the following:
Check out these CHL items and websites to learn more about this disease.
100 Questions & Answers About Migraine By Katherine A. Henry, MD and Anthony P. Bossis, PhD This book offers you authoritative, practical answers to your questions about the causes of migraine, its treatment, sources of support, and much more.
Mayo Clinic on Headache Edited by Jerry W. Swanson Learn about headache symptoms, causes, therapies, and more from the trusted staff at the Mayo Clinic.
Migraine Brain: Your Breakthrough Guide to Fewer Headaches, Better Health By Caroline Bernstein, MD and Elaine McArdle
With this book in your hands, you will be fully equipped with all the latest information you need to understand migraines.
Medline Plus - Learn all about the basics of headache and follow the links for more in-depth information.
National Headache Foundation - Educate yourself with these Tools for Sufferers.
NINDS Headache Information Page - Find out more from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
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