Neurological Disorders
Cluster Headaches: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Cluster headaches are a type of primary headache disorder. They belong to the same family as migraines and tension headaches, but …
Medical Author
Dr. James Okafor, MD, PhD
Neurologist · Canada Health Journal
Dr. James Okafor holds an MD and PhD in Neurological Sciences from McGill University. With 12 years of experience in clinical neurology and mental health research, he has contributed to landmark studies on depression, anxiety, and cognitive health. Dr. Okafor is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and serves on the editorial board of two peer-reviewed journals.
Articles by Dr. James Okafor, MD, PhD
Neurological Disorders
Sex Headaches: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
A sex headache is a type of headache that is triggered by sexual activity, most often by orgasm.
Neurological Disorders
Headaches: Causes, Types, and Treatment
Headaches can have many different causes. A sudden headache often points to an infection, cold, or fever.
Neurological Disorders
Headache Emergency: When to Call 911 or Go to ER
Most of us have had a headache at some point. Usually, it passes on its own. However, a headache emergency is a real medical …
Neurological Disorders
Migraine Attack: Stages, Types & When to Get Help
A migraine attack is more than just a bad headache. Migraines are a neurological condition that can cause intense, disabling pain …
Neurological Disorders
Headache Causes, Symptoms & When to See a Doctor
Understanding headache causes and symptoms is something most of us need to do at some point.
Neurological Disorders
Migraine Trigger Foods: What to Avoid in Canada
If you suffer from migraines, what you eat may matter more than you think. Certain migraine trigger foods can set off a painful …
Neurological Disorders
Acupuncture for Migraines: Does It Really Work?
Almost everyone has had a headache at some point. But for many Canadians, headaches are a regular, life-disrupting problem.
Women's Health
Vaginal Atrophy: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Vaginal atrophy occurs when estrogen levels drop, causing the vaginal lining to lose thickness and moisture.
General Health
Blood Disorders: Types, Symptoms & Treatment
Blood is a thick, red fluid that circulates through your body’s network of arteries and veins.