Jena, 05.05.2026. Headaches and migraines significantly affect the daily lives of many people in Germany. The Mitteldeutsches Kopfschmerzzentrum at Universitätsklinikum Jena (UKJ) and the MigräneLiga e.V. Deutschland invite those affected and their relatives to an informative patient forum on May 7 to provide information about available support.
- What: Patient forum “Active against Headaches and Migraines”
- When: Thursday, May 7, 2026, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Where: Hörsaal 1, Universitätsklinikum Jena (UKJ), Am Klinikum 1, 07747 Jena
- Organizer: Mitteldeutsches Kopfschmerzzentrum at UKJ & MigräneLiga e.V. Deutschland
Headaches: A Widespread Ailment
Headaches are among the most common health complaints. Approximately 70 percent of the German population experience recurring attacks. These impairments range from occasional tension headaches to severe, chronic migraine attacks that often make normal participation in work and family life impossible. Education and professional medical support are therefore essential for the quality of life of those affected.
Help and Exchange at the Patient Forum
To offer patients assistance and new medical perspectives, the experts from the Mitteldeutsches Kopfschmerzzentrum, together with the MigräneLiga e.V., are organizing this year’s forum. During the event, medical professionals will provide detailed information on current treatment approaches and therapy options. Furthermore, the forum will address how those affected can be better supported in everyday life and what strategies exist for preventing attacks.
The Universitätsklinikum Jena, whose central location is in the district of Lobeda, is the most important medical provider in Ostthüringen. With specialized facilities such as the Mitteldeutsches Kopfschmerzzentrum, the UKJ offers targeted help for chronic pain patients. In addition to drug therapy, experts often recommend endurance sports, relaxation techniques, and a regular sleep-wake rhythm to prevent migraines. Keeping a headache diary to identify personal triggers (such as stress, weather changes, or certain foods) also plays a central role in modern pain medicine.
Source:
Focus on Headaches and Migraines
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