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The Migraine Trust is a UK-based migraine charity that provides free information and support to anyone affected by migraine, campaigns for greater awareness and change, and funds and promotes research. It is aimed at people living with migraine, as well as their families, carers, and employers who want to understand or improve how migraine is managed.
What the organisation does
The charity describes itself as dedicated to helping people affected by migraine, and frames its work around three connected strands:
- Information and support — practical guidance for living with migraine, offered as free and confidential help for everyone affected, regardless of their question or migraine history.
- Campaigning for awareness and change — pushing for better understanding of the condition and improved care and support.
- Funding and promoting research — supporting work that advances knowledge of migraine and its treatment.
Who it is for
The site organises its help around specific audiences rather than a single generic audience:
| Audience | What is offered |
|---|---|
| People with migraine generally | Free, confidential information and support, plus events through the year |
| Employees and employers | Practical information on managing migraine and work, including a workplace pledge |
| Children and young people | Dedicated help for younger people with migraine |
| Supporters and the public | Ways to get involved, including campaigning, fundraising, running events, and a weekly lottery |
Migraine and work
One of the charity's visible campaigns asks whether your workplace could do more to support staff with migraine, and invites people to sign a workplace pledge as a first step. This is a practical route for anyone who wants to raise the issue with an employer rather than only seek personal support.
Getting support
The charity states that living with migraine is difficult and that it offers free, confidential information and support for everyone affected. It points to events throughout the year and multiple ways to get in touch. If you are looking for help, the "Get support" section of the site is the starting point; if you are a child or young person, there is a separate pathway.
Getting involved or staying informed
Beyond receiving support, the site lists several ways to participate:
- Campaign with the charity to improve care, support, and awareness.
- Take part in the weekly lottery or running events to raise funds.
- Make a donation to support its work.
- Sign up to an e-bulletin for updates.
The site also publishes news on migraine research, treatments, and campaigns, including blog-style pieces such as a two-part exploration of what "holistic" means in migraine care, written by a GP with an extended role in headache.
A note on scope
The Migraine Trust is a UK charity, so its campaigning, workplace guidance, and support pathways are framed around the UK context. Its information is general rather than personal medical advice; decisions about your own treatment belong with a qualified clinician.