Migraine Insights

Tips, guides, and research to help you understand and manage your migraines.

New Report

The 2026 U.S. Migraine Risk Index: 100 Cities Ranked

The first 100-city U.S. migraine risk analysis since 2006. Denver leads at 73.78, nearly 3× the national median. Mountain West dominates the top; California dominates the most-favorable list; November is America's worst migraine month.

Research Report · April 2026
Comparison

MigrAid vs Migraine Buddy: Which Migraine Tracker Is Right for You?

Honest comparison of logging speed, trigger tracking, head pain mapping, prodrome tracking, reports, privacy, and more.

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Research

Barometric Pressure and Migraines: What the Research Says

How pressure changes affect your brain, what the latest studies show, and how tracking barometric pressure alongside your migraine diary can help you predict and prevent attacks.

6 min read
Guide

How to Track Migraine Triggers Effectively

Why most people quit their migraine diary, what science says about trigger identification, and how to build a tracking system that works long-term.

10 min read
Guide

What Is the MIDAS Score? A Complete Guide to Measuring Migraine Disability

How the MIDAS questionnaire works, what your score means for treatment, and why tracking migraines makes your disability assessment more accurate.

8 min read
Research

Migraine Prodrome: How to Recognize the Warning Signs Before an Attack

Up to 77% of migraine sufferers get warning signs hours before pain starts. Learn to spot fatigue, cravings, and neck stiffness as early signals.

9 min read
Guide

How to Prepare for a Neurologist Appointment for Migraines

Make the most of your 15-20 minute visit. What to bring, what to track, and how to communicate for better treatment decisions.

10 min read