Everyone can be an advocate.
Headache disorders are a cause with a tremendous need for support. Advocacy can take many forms. What matters most is your choice to take action.
Join our February Lunch & Learn, Beyond Migraine: Patient Voices and Insights into Non-Migraine Headache Disorders
Migraine is often the most recognized headache disorder, but it is only one part of a diverse spectrum of disabling conditions that profoundly affect millions. In this Lunch & Learn, hear from a panel of expert advocates, patients, and a leading headache specialist as they share their personal and professional insights into non-migraine headache disorders, including cluster headache, New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH), neuropathic facial pain, and spinal cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks.
Gain a deeper understanding of these conditions, the challenges faced by patients, and the importance of advocating for equitable policies and better care for all headache disorder patients. Whether you’re a seasoned advocate or new to the community, this session will expand your knowledge, foster empathy, and inspire you to make a difference for the broader headache disorder community.
Take Action in support of the Headache on the Hill 2024 Legislative Agenda!
We are calling on you to join us in advocating for critical healthcare reforms that can significantly improve access to care, reduce financial burdens, and ensure that patients receive the treatments they need promptly. This is an opportunity to share your unique perspective and experiences with your elected officials.
Take Action Today!Take Action for Seniors’ Timely Access to Care!
This bi-partisan Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act was recently reintroduced and needs your support to ensure its passage. Many seniors with headache and migraine disorders are denied care or endure long wait times from their insurance providers due to prior authorization requirements. This bill aims to help seniors’ receive timely access to healthcare by placing restrictions on the overuse and abuse of Medicare Advantage’s prior authorization requirements.
Become an Advocate
Advocacy is different for everyone. Self-advocacy can mean speaking up about your needs. Individual advocacy might involve educating others. Systems-based advocacy, like the AHDA, seeks change that affects millions of people. You might be asked to sign a petition, call or send an email to your legislators, or create a testimonial video to show policymakers what it’s like to live with your condition.
Get ConnectedMake a Financial Contribution
Your financial support is the engine that powers our actions. AHDA is a nonprofit (501)(c)(6) organization. If you believe in our cause, we ask you to consider making a donation or becoming a monthly donor. There’s no more powerful feeling than supporting positive change.
Donate TodayJoin us for Headache on the Hill
Headache on the Hill is an annual advocacy day where patients, providers, caregivers, and researchers join together to meet with their elected representatives. It’s a rare opportunity to connect with the very individuals who can change legislation. Interested in joining us? Subscribe to our email list to be among the first to know when our application period opens.
Our fall fully virtual Headache on the Hill will take place in September. Applications are expected to open in June.
Connect with us on social media
Follow AHDA on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn. Share our posts with your social network.
And, use your own online presence to raise awareness for ongoing AHDA advocacy issues. Share your experiences with headache disorders on your blog or social media accounts. If you belong to forums, support groups, or discussion sites, post about advocacy issues.
Become a Member Organization
There’s strength in numbers. If your organization’s mission aligns with ours, consider joining the AHDA. Fill out an organizational membership application in the link below, or contact us to learn more.
Apply here
