Migraine and Headache Awareness Week
Migraine and Headache Awareness Week is 21-25 September 2026. Read on to find out about online sessions during the week. We also cover general information and apps and diaries to help track migraines and headaches.
Migraine is a complex genetic neurological disorder that affects up to 1 in 5 people. It is a spectrum disorder, rendering some completely incapacitated during an attack. Others can live relatively normal lives with only the occasional attack. Migraine is an invisible disability, not a temporary condition, nor something that will go away. There is not yet a cure developed for migraine, however, in most cases, it can be managed.
Headache is a common pain. There are 3 common types of headaches; these are
- Tension-type headaches,
- Cluster headaches, and
- Sinus headaches (also called rhinosinusitis headache).
You can read about other different types of headaches here.
Migraine & Headache Australia is the only organisation in Australia that aims to support the more than 6 million Australians affected by headache and migraine. Migraine & Headache Australia is a division of the Brain Foundation. Migraine and Headache Awareness Week features:
There will be a live webinar each day, Monday to Friday:
Monday 21 September 2026
- Topic: New findings show increase in migraine prevalence
- Time: 12:00 pm AEST
Tuesday 22 September 2026
- Topic: New migraine research you should know about
- Time: 7:30 pm AEST
Wednesday 23 September 2026
- Topic: Mental health and chronic pain
- Time: 12:00 pm AEST
Thursday 24 September 2026
- Topic: Treatment access and how to advocate for change
- Time: 7:30 pm AEST
Friday 25 September 2026
- Topic: Event highlights and expert Q and A
- Time: 12:00 pm AEST
Join the National Headache Register if you suffer from chronic headaches or migraines. It’s free, anonymous and will allow you to attend Migraine & Headache Awareness Week 2027. For more information and registration, visit Migraine and Headache awareness Week.
If you are new to migraines and headaches, you can try a number of useful apps to track your symptoms and be aware of triggers. Migraine Buddy is generally known as one of the best. You can read more about Migraine Diaries and Apps at Migraine Australia or at Headache and Migraine Diaries.
