In this episode, we sit down with Cheryl, the inspiring founder of the Women’s International Hemiplegic Migraine Group, which now supports over 7,000 women worldwide. Cheryl shares her journey of building a community for women living with hemiplegic migraine, how her experience with her daughter’s autism advocacy shaped her efforts, and the importance of connection, compassion, and humor in managing chronic illness. We dive into the challenges faced by women with migraines, the value of support groups, and Cheryl’s personal dedication to creating a space where women feel seen and heard.

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For women, men, and children who suffer from migraine disease, Migraine Heroes is your go-to resource for understanding, managing, and overcoming migraine attacks.

We cover all types of migraines and related headaches, including primary and secondary migraines, chronic migraines, and cluster migraines. We dive deep into the complexities of migraine with aura and migraine without aura, as well as rarer forms like hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and acephalgic migraine (silent migraine). Our discussions also extend to cervicogenic headaches, ice pick headaches, and pressure headaches, which often mimic migraine or contribute to overall migraine burden.