In this second part of a two-part series, Brain & Life co-host Dr. Katy Peters sits down with author and journalist Tom Zeller Jr. to delve into his personal journey with cluster headaches. They explore treatment options and the cultural stigma surrounding cluster headaches. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Stephanie Nahas, professor of neurology at Thomas Jefferson University and Program Director for the Headache Medicine Fellowship at the Jefferson Headache Center of Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Nahas the importance of advocacy and community support when it comes to cluster headaches.

Additional Resources

Tom Zeller Jr.

Clusterbusters - The Cluster Headache Advocacy Group

Finding Relief for Cluster Headaches

Headache on the Hill: Advocating for Migraine Patients Nationwide

Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on These Topics

Broadcast Journalist Deborah Roberts on Living with Migraine

Mulling over Migraines with Photographer Bill Wadman

Apps and Self-Advocacy with Roon’s Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna

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Guests: Tom Zeller Jr. @tomzellerjr; Dr. Stephanie Nahas @stephanienahasgeiger

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

In this first part of a two-part series, Brain & Life co-host Dr. Katy Peters sits down with author and journalist Tom Zeller Jr. to delve into his personal journey with cluster headaches. They explore the severity of these headaches and discuss Tom's diagnosis journey and his experiences living with this challenging condition. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Stephanie Nahas, professor of neurology at Thomas Jefferson University and Program Director for the Headache Medicine Fellowship at the Jefferson Headache Center of Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Nahas explains the nature and symptoms of cluster headaches and the challenges in diagnosing and treating them. Tune in next week for part two to hear about the importance of advocacy and community support.

Additional Resources

Tom Zeller Jr.

Clusterbusters - The Cluster Headache Advocacy Group

Finding Relief for Cluster Headaches

Headache on the Hill: Advocating for Migraine Patients Nationwide

Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on These Topics

Broadcast Journalist Deborah Roberts on Living with Migraine

Mulling over Migraines with Photographer Bill Wadman

Apps and Self-Advocacy with Roon’s Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna

We want to hear from you!

Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast?

· Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206

· Email us at BLpodcast@brainandlife.org

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Guests: Tom Zeller Jr. @tomzellerjr; Dr. Stephanie Nahas @stephanienahasgeiger

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Dr. Richard Bedlack, Stewart, Hughes, and Wendt Distinguished Professor of ALS at Duke and director of the Duke ALS Clinic. They discuss the complexities of ALS, focusing on the journey of Brooke Eby, an advocate and former podcast guest who shares her experiences on social media. Dr. Bedlack answers your questions and covers the progression of ALS, the importance of measuring quality of life beyond physical symptoms, the challenges in diagnosing ALS, the emotional impact of receiving a diagnosis, and how hope can go a long way.

Additional Resources

Turbocharged Living Tool

Stitching Strength: A Film

What is Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)?

Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on These Topics

Making the Years Count with Brooke Eby, Influencer Living with ALS

Finding Strength in ALS Advocacy with Podcaster Lorri Carey

Hop on a Cure for ALS with John Driskell Hopkins

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Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast?

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Guests: Dr. Rick Bedlack @stitchingstrength; Brooke Eby @limpbroozkit

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD