In the 9th fully updated edition, author Prof. Dr. med. Dipl.-Psych. Hartmut Göbel provides information on the forms and causes of headaches and migraines, as well as on modern diagnostic options and treatment methods, [...]
The Medical Department of the University of Lübeck invites you to the inaugural lecture "Brain Doping... with Thyroid Hormones?!" by Dr. Anna Göbel, Habilitation in the field of "Experimental Neurology," on Tuesday, May 19, 2020, at 5:00 p.m. [...]
Many people are frightened by the current potential risk of infection with the new coronavirus. There is public debate about whether to wear a face mask. While it doesn't protect the wearer from infection, it can [...]
Migraines and headaches are among the most common human diseases worldwide, second only to dental caries (Steiner et al. 2013). Regarding oral health, epidemiological analyses and the resulting intensive prevention programs in industrialized countries have led to [...]
Erenumab (Aimovig®) was the first monoclonal antibody approved for migraine prevention in Germany in November 2018. This allowed for more than a year of experience to be gained with the practical use of this innovative substance in everyday clinical practice [...]
KIEL. To further contain the coronavirus infection chain, the state government decided today (March 13) that schoolchildren and kindergarten children should stay home starting Monday. The following applies from next Monday: Classes at schools from grade [...]
On Friday, February 27, 2020, the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) announced on its website that it recommends rejecting the marketing authorization application for Emgality® (galcanezumab) for the prophylaxis of episodic cluster headache in adults [...]
Generations of students have struggled with the problem that a word can have different genders in different languages. The assignment to feminine, masculine, or neuter often seems rather arbitrary. A typical [...]
The Evangelical Church in Germany (EKD) has acquired the former research vessel Poseidon of the Geomar Institute in Kiel. The ship, renamed "Sea-Watch 4," will participate in sea rescue missions in the Mediterranean. EKD Council Chairman Heinrich Bedford-Strohm [...]
New research suggests that migraine is an energy-deficit syndrome of the brain involving dysregulation of energy metabolism in the mitochondria of nerve cells. This leads to a cascade of neurological symptoms. Numerous substances have been identified using magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) [...]
The Migraine and Headache Masterclass 2020 will take place on Friday, March 6th, 2020 and Saturday, March 7th, 2020 at the Kiel Pain Clinic. The Migraine and Headache Masterclass 2020 is designed for physicians and therapists who already have extensive experience in research, [...]
Even young children can suffer from migraines. However, the illness often manifests itself differently in them than in adults. "Young children are not yet able to precisely locate pain and [...]
In Germany, about two-thirds of students suffer from headaches. It's high time something changed! The initiators of the action day against migraines and headaches at the Dresden University of Technology (from left to right): Dr. Astrid [...]
Headaches are one of the most common symptoms that general practitioners encounter in their daily practice. In Germany, over 8 million people suffer from migraines within a single year. To help patients in the long term, [...]
BKK expert chat on the topic of migraines, Gütersloh, September 6, 2019. Migraine attacks are excruciating, often incapacitating sufferers for several days. What is the right treatment? What can be done to prevent them? These questions will be discussed in the expert chat next [...]
Frankfurt am Main and Kiel, September 4, 2019. Over 70% of students in Germany suffer from recurring headaches. Migraine attacks and tension-type headaches could often be prevented. This is the conclusion of the accompanying research [...]
Important change: The planned public patient day on September 21, 2019, has to be postponed due to current circumstances. A new date will be announced. ----------------------------------------------- Our joint patient information day of the Kiel Pain Clinic and the Federal Association of Cluster Headache Self-Help Groups (CSG) [...]
Modern therapy for migraines, headaches, and other pain disorders relies not only on medication but also incorporates behavioral medicine treatment methods. Numerous scientific studies confirm the effectiveness of specific relaxation techniques, such as progressive muscle relaxation, [...]
Are you looking for a fulfilling role? Do you have empathy, passion for your dream job, and talent? Then you've come to the right place! We have so much to do and look forward to receiving your application for the position of [...]
Berlin, July 10, 2019. Cabinet approves draft Digital Healthcare Act – Federal Health Minister Jens Spahn: “Digital healthcare is patient-friendly.” Apps on prescription, interesting offers for online consultations, and the possibility of accessing the secure data network throughout treatment [...]
