Practical Assessment and Treatment of the Patient with Headaches in the Emergency Department and Urgent Care Clinic

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Focusing on the prevalence and impact of migraines, the book highlights that 28 million Americans are affected, with a significant portion being adult women. It emphasizes the frequent necessity for acute treatment in emergency settings, where headaches account for nearly 3% of all ER visits, leading to approximately 3.5 million visits each year. The statistics underscore the widespread nature of this condition and its implications for healthcare.