Make A Difference Minute: Sara Frankline with Epilepsy Foundation of America

Hope for Migraine & Cluster Headache

Nearly 43 million Americans live with migraine, and thousands more experience the intense pain of cluster headaches. These neurological conditions can interrupt careers, family life, and everyday routines, yet many patients continue searching for treatments that provide effective relief. On this episode of The Mark White Show, I’m talking with Dr. Larry Charleston IV, a nationally recognized neurologist and headache medicine specialist, to discuss the challenges of treating migraine and cluster headaches, common misconceptions about these conditions, and the importance of expanding treatment options for patients. Dr. Charleston also shares information about Brekiya®, the first FDA-approved dihydroergotamine (DHE) autoinjector for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura and the acute treatment of cluster headaches in adults. Learn how this self-administered treatment works, who it may benefit, and why early treatment can make a meaningful difference. To learn more, visit www.brekiya.com [http://www.brekiya.com]. Real stories.  Real people.  Real impact.  News That Unites!™️

Make A Difference Minute: Sara Frankline with Epilepsy Foundation of America

On today’s Make A Difference Minute, we are once again highlighting the work of the Epilepsy Foundation of America with regional director Sara Sanderson Franklin! This MADM is brought to you by Bama Estate Planning by Attorney Harlan D. Mitchell, proudly supporting stories and the people who make our communities strong. Real stories. Real people. Real impact. News That Unites!™️

Make A Difference Minute: A Legacy that Saves Lives

On this Make a Difference Minute, I have Julie Garner, founder of Project Yellow Light, as she shares the heartbreaking story that inspired a national movement for safe driving. In 2007, Julie's 16-year-old son, Hunter, was killed in a car crash. In the midst of unimaginable grief, Julie, her husband, and their daughter made the decision to honor Hunter's memory by helping protect other young drivers. What began as a family's response to tragedy has grown into Project Yellow Light, a nationwide campaign raising awareness about distracted driving. Julie says many young drivers simply don't realize how dangerous driving can be. Some even believe being able to text while driving makes them a "good driver." Her message is clear and simple: when you're behind the wheel, put the phone away and focus on driving. Because no text message, social media post, or notification is worth a life. Learn more about Project Yellow Light and its mission to save lives at ProjectYellowLight.com [http://ProjectYellowLight.com]. This MADM is brought to you by Athens Bible School, proudly supporting stories and the people who make our communities strong. Real stories. Real people. Real impact. News That Unites!™️

Love Like Livvy

In honor of Livvy Rue Borden, from 4p-8p, Pizza Ed in Hartselle, Alabama, is hosting a fundraiser benefiting Smash SMARD and the mission to raise awareness and fund research for SMARD1 (Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Respiratory Distress Type 1). If you've ever wondered why this cause matters, I invite you to listen to my conversation with Kayleen and Drake Borden. Kayleen and Drake share the beautiful story of their daughter, Livvy Rue, who was born on November 21st, 2025, and spent 140 precious days filling the lives of those around her with love, laughter, and joy before passing away on April 10th after a courageous battle with the ultra-rare genetic disorder SMARD1. Their love for Livvy has become Love Like Livvy, an effort to one day establish a nonprofit foundation that will support families affected by SMARD1 through travel assistance, housing, research funding, and advocacy for newborn screening. I hope you'll take time to listen, learn about Livvy's incredible legacy, and, if you're in the Hartselle area this afternoon, consider supporting the fundraiser at Pizza Ed. Real stories. Real people. Real impact. News That Unites!™️

Make A Difference Minute: Love Like Livvy

On this Make a Difference Minute, I have Kayleen and Drake Borden as they share how the life of their daughter, Livvy Rue Borden, is inspiring a mission to help other families facing the rare genetic disease SMARD1. While no parent expects to walk the road they have traveled, Kayleen and Drake have chosen to turn their grief into purpose. Through their effort, Love Like Livvy, they hope to one day establish a nonprofit foundation that will support families affected by SMARD1 by helping with travel, lodging, and other expenses while they seek specialized medical care. Their vision also includes partnering with neuromuscular and genetic specialists to help fund research toward better treatments and, ultimately, a cure. They also hope to advocate for newborn screening so families can receive answers sooner and be better prepared than they were. Even in the midst of profound loss, Livvy’s legacy is becoming one of hope, compassion, and determination for families who may one day walk a similar path. To learn more about the effort to advance research for SMARD1, visit Smash SMARD and/or SmashSMARD.org [http://SmashSMARD.org]. This MADM is brought to you by Bama Estate Planning by Attorney Harlan D. Mitchell, proudly supporting stories and the people who make our communities strong. Real stories. Real people. Real impact. News That Unites!™️