Migraine in the Workplace:
A Guide for Employers

A four-step plan for employers to support workers with migraine, improve employee health, and increase productivity

Migraine is a common yet often misunderstood neurological condition affecting as many as one in five U.S. workers.

Despite its impact on employee health and business performance, migraine remains undertreated and stigmatized, particularly in the workplace. This guide provides an overview of the disease, a business case for supporting workers with migraine, and tips on how to get started.

This guide is part of our Migraine in the Workplace employer toolkit, which offers a suite of plug-and-play resources designed to help companies support workers with this chronic condition.

In addition to this employer guide, the free toolkit includes:

❓ Migraine or Just a Headache? A Quick Test
Help employees self-screen for migraine symptoms so they can start their journey to getting the care they need.

✅ Migraine Accommodations Checklist
Evaluate how you're currently supporting employees with migraine and make plans for improvements.

🤝 Negotiating for Better Migraine Benefits
Start a conversation with your insurance provider or pharmacy benefits manager about better migraine coverage for your team.

🩺 HR Leader's Guide to Treatment Options
A brief overview of migraine treatments and how employers can support better access to care.

🧠 Managing My Migraine at Work
Tips for employees with migraine on taking charge of their health.

💬 Conversation Guide for Managers
Create a more inclusive workplace by having compassionate discussions about migraine.

📣 Sample Letter to Employees
Educate your team and share resources during Migraine & Headache Awareness Month and beyond.

For further assistance or information, please contact us at hello@healthaction.org.

The Health Action Alliance is the country’s largest employer network operating at the intersection of business and public health. With a network of more than 10,000 employers nationwide, representing a quarter of U.S. workers, we’re on a mission to make employees healthier and our communities stronger. We know good health is good business.