§ Mr. Lomasasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if she will consider assessing the number of people suffering from migraine, in view of the effects it has on employment.
§ Dr. OwenAssessments of the number of people suffering from migraine vary widely because there is no generally agreed clinical definition of this condition. I recognise that not enough is yet known about the incidence of migraine and my Department is always prepared to consider proposals for further research.
§ Mr. Lomasasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what facilities are available for the treatment of migraine in hospitals.
§ Dr. OwenMigraine is investigated and treated by neurologists and physicians in general hospitals on the basis of the particular clinical indications in each case.