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by National Migraine Centre

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Headache Specialists from the UK charity National Migraine Centre discuss everything migraine and headache related. This podcast is set up to help give support and advice to those suffering with this largely misunderstood condition. Throughout this podcast you will hear from guest speakers and experts in the medical field, as well as from migraineurs themselves sharing their experiences. Send us your questions or any comments to info@nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk. The Heads Up podcast is provided for general information only. It is not intended to amount to medical advice on which you should rely or to advocate or recommend the purchase of any product or to endorse or guarantee the credentials or appropriateness of any health care provider. The National Migraine Centre is not responsible for the views of those featured on this podcast and does not endorse, approve, or certify their recommendations or opinions, and information from this podcast should not be referenced in any way to imply such approval or endorsement. No material within this podcast is intended to be a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of information provided in this podcast. Do not begin a new medical regimen, or ignore the advice of a medical professional, as a result of information expressed in this podcast, this website or from any of the sources of information to which we may link. By accessing this podcast, you acknowledge that the National Migraine Centre makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this podcast. Any hyperlinks or references are provided for your convenience & information only. We have no control over third party websites and accept no legal responsibility for any content, material or information contained in them.

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Recent Episodes

Episode thumbnail for Chronic migraine - facing challenges together Nicola and Dominic Gribbin

June 1, 2026

Chronic migraine - facing challenges together Nicola and Dominic Gribbin

Dr. Katy Munro interviews Nicola and Dominic Gribbin about navigating chronic migraine, adventure, and partnership, offering insights into resilience and support.

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April 2, 2026

Ep 7. Pregnancy and Parenthood

<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span lang="EN" style= "mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang="EN">Spotlight Series | Heads Up Podcast</span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang="EN">What happens when cluster headache and pregnancy collide? In this episode, Daisy joins our host Dr Katy Munro to talk honestly about managing attacks during pregnancy and with a toddler, navigating medication decisions, and the importance of specialist support for anyone planning a family.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span lang="EN" style= "mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang="EN">For more information visit:</span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang="EN">National Migraine Centre:</span> <a href= "http://www.nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk/"><span lang="EN" style= "mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang= "EN">www.nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk</span></a></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang="EN">OUCH UK:</span> <a href= "http://www.ouchuk.org/"><span lang="EN" style= "mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang= "EN">www.ouchuk.org</span></a></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/headache-cluster/"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang= "EN">https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/headache-cluster/</span></a></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang="EN">Heads Up Episode on Pregnancy and Breastfeeding:</span> <a href= "https://headsup.libsyn.com/headaches-during-pregnancy-and-breastfeeding"> <span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang= "EN">https://headsup.libsyn.com/headaches-during-pregnancy-and-breastfeeding</span></a></p> <p> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style= "font-size: 8pt;"><strong><span lang="EN" style= "mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang= "EN">*Disclaimer*</span></strong></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN" style="font-size: 8pt;" xml:lang="EN">This podcast episode contains discussions about cluster headaches, including topics that may touch upon sensitive subjects such as mental health and suicide. While we strive to provide informative and supportive content, we acknowledge that these discussions may be triggering for some listeners. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues or experiencing thoughts of self-harm or suicide, we urge you to seek support from a qualified healthcare professional or your GP. For emergency call 999 helpline immediately. Your mental health and well-being are important, and help is available.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN" style="font-size: 8pt;" xml:lang="EN"> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN" style="font-size: 8pt;" xml:lang="EN">Listener discretion is advised.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style= "font-size: 8pt;">The Heads Up podcast is provided for general information only. It is not intended to amount to medical advice on which you should rely or to advocate or recommend the purchase of any product or to endorse or guarantee the credentials or appropriateness of any health care provider. The National Migraine Centre is not responsible for the views of those featured on this podcast and does not endorse, approve, or certify their recommendations or opinions, and information from this podcast should not be referenced in any way to imply such approval or endorsement. No material within this podcast is intended to be a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of information provided in this podcast.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style= "font-size: 8pt;">Do not begin a new medical regimen, or ignore the advice of a medical professional, as a result of information expressed in this podcast, this website or from any of the sources of information to which we may link. By accessing this podcast, you acknowledge that the National Migraine Centre makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this podcast. Any hyperlinks or references are provided for your convenience & information only. We have no control over third party websites and accept no legal responsibility for any content, material or information contained in them.</span></p>

Episode thumbnail for Ep 6. When pain meets the Law

March 31, 2026

Ep 6. When pain meets the Law

<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span lang="EN" style= "mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang="EN">Spotlight Series | Heads Up Podcast</span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang="EN">Cluster headache can affect every part of a person's life, including their rights at work. In this episode, our host Dr Katy Munro is joined by Mike Smalley who has had Cluster Headache since the age of 14. Drawing on his experience as a former union representative, Mike discusses what the Equality Act 2010 means for cluster headache patients as this is recognised as a disability and what protections are available. Mike is an admin on a patient support forum.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang="EN">For more information: </span></p> <ul> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://www.facebook.com/groups/clusterheadacheuk"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang= "EN">http://www.facebook.com/groups/clusterheadacheuk</span></a></li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://ouchuk.org/reasonable-adjustments"><span lang="EN" style= "mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang= "EN">https://ouchuk.org/reasonable-adjustments</span></a></li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/headache-cluster/"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang= "EN">https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/headache-cluster/</span></a></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style= "font-size: 8pt;"><strong><span lang="EN" style= "mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang= "EN">*Disclaimer*</span></strong></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN" style="font-size: 8pt;" xml:lang="EN">This podcast episode contains discussions about cluster headaches, including topics that may touch upon sensitive subjects such as mental health and suicide. While we strive to provide informative and supportive content, we acknowledge that these discussions may be triggering for some listeners. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues or experiencing thoughts of self-harm or suicide, we urge you to seek support from a qualified healthcare professional or your GP. For emergency call 999 helpline immediately. Your mental health and well-being are important, and help is available.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style= "font-size: 8pt;"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang="EN"> </span><span lang="EN" style= "mso-ansi-language: EN;" xml:lang="EN">Listener discretion is advised.</span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style= "font-size: 8pt;">The Heads Up podcast is provided for general information only. It is not intended to amount to medical advice on which you should rely or to advocate or recommend the purchase of any product or to endorse or guarantee the credentials or appropriateness of any health care provider. The National Migraine Centre is not responsible for the views of those featured on this podcast and does not endorse, approve, or certify their recommendations or opinions, and information from this podcast should not be referenced in any way to imply such approval or endorsement. No material within this podcast is intended to be a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of information provided in this podcast.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style= "font-size: 8pt;">Do not begin a new medical regimen, or ignore the advice of a medical professional, as a result of information expressed in this podcast, this website or from any of the sources of information to which we may link. By accessing this podcast, you acknowledge that the National Migraine Centre makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this podcast. Any hyperlinks or references are provided for your convenience & information only. We have no control over third party websites and accept no legal responsibility for any content, material or information contained in them.</span></p>

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What is Heads Up?

Headache Specialists from the UK charity National Migraine Centre discuss everything migraine and headache related. This podcast is set up to help give support and advice to those suffering with this largely misunderstood condition.

Throughout this podcast you will hear from guest speakers and experts in the medical field, as well as from migraineurs themselves sharing their experiences.

Send us your questions or any comments to info@nationalmigrainecentre.org.uk.

The Heads Up podcast is provided for general information only. It is not intended to amount to medical advice on which you should rely or to advocate or recommend the purchase of any product or to endorse or guarantee the credentials or appropriateness of any health care provider. The National Migraine Centre is not responsible for the views of those featured on this podcast and does not endorse, approve, or certify their recommendations or opinions, and information from this podcast should not be referenced in any way to imply such approval or endorsement. No material within this podcast is intended to be a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of information provided in this podcast.

Do not begin a new medical regimen, or ignore the advice of a medical professional, as a result of information expressed in this podcast, this website or from any of the sources of information to which we may link. By accessing this podcast, you acknowledge that the National Migraine Centre makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this podcast. Any hyperlinks or references are provided for your convenience & information only. We have no control over third party websites and accept no legal responsibility for any content, material or information contained in them.

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This podcast updates weekly.

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This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

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