Pfizer and PRASHO Bring Migraine Awareness Workshops to Hyderabad Workplaces: A Push Toward Healthier, More Productive Teams
Migraine is not just a headache — and India’s corporate workforce is paying the price for misunderstanding it. To tackle one of the nation’s most overlooked productivity killers, the Pragyaan Sustainable Health Outcomes Foundation (PRASHO), in collaboration with Pfizer, has launched a series of migraine awareness and workplace productivity workshops across corporate organisations in Hyderabad.
These sessions aim to reshape workplace culture, educate employees, and drive early diagnosis of a neurological condition that silently drains India’s productivity every year.
A migraine episode disrupts focus, mood, and cognitive performance. According to a 2025 study published in The Journal of Headache and Pain, migraine is:
The 2nd leading cause of disability worldwide
The top cause of disability among women aged 15–49, the backbone of India’s workforce
Responsible for 3–4% loss of India’s annual productive time, mostly due to presenteeism — people working despite debilitating pain
Despite its scale, migraine is often shrugged off, misdiagnosed, or undertreated.
“Migraine is a significant public health issue that affects not just individuals but organisations and the economy at large.” — Prof G. V. S. Murthy, President, PRASHO
He emphasises that workplace awareness can help build empathetic, supportive environments that acknowledge the hidden burden of migraine.
What the Workshops Offer?
The workshops are being conducted by leading neurologists:
Dr Subhash Kaul, KIMS Hospitals
Dr Shyam Jaiswal, KIMS Hospitals
Dr G. V. Subbaiah Chowdhary, Yashoda Hospitals
Alongside Dr GVS Murthy and the PRASHO public-health team
Each session includes:
Interactive learning on migraine triggers and symptoms
Practical coping strategies
Guidance for adapting workplace environments
Anonymous employee surveys to help HR understand internal migraine burden
Insights from Medical Experts
Pfizer: Migraine Is an Economic Issue, Not Just a Medical One
“Migraine affects millions of working-age adults and results in over 17 lost workdays per person per year in India.”
— Dr Pankaj Gupta, Senior Director – Medical Affairs, Pfizer India
He highlights the need for early diagnosis and innovative support systems to build a more resilient workforce.
KIMS Hospitals: Young Employees Are Most Affected
“Migraine is common among younger professionals yet goes untreated, leading to avoidable productivity loss.”
— Dr Subhash Kaul, Senior Neurologist
Awareness programs help employees seek timely care, recognise early symptoms, and reduce the risk of severe episodes.
Yashoda Hospitals: It’s Time for a Cultural Shift
“Understanding migraines helps organisations build empathy and improve productivity.”
— Dr Subbaiah Chowdhary
KIMS Hospitals: Early Care Is Critical
“Migraine-related productivity loss is driven largely by presenteeism. Workplace interventions can make a measurable difference.”
— Dr Shyam Jaiswal
A Step Toward Healthier, More Inclusive Workplaces
By rolling out these workshops, PRASHO and Pfizer aim to transform Indian corporate environments into supportive, informed, and stigma-free spaces for people living with migraine.
Their message is clear: supporting brain health is essential for business health.
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