The report from the 2nd Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) National Platform Call of 2026 is now available! During the meeting, attendees had the opportunity to: Discuss SIP priorities for 2026, including employment and the economic considerations of pain, and gender...
The European Pain Federation EFIC is pleased to share recent news and updates from our national chapters below. Portugal Join us at the IX APED Congress 2026 under the theme “NeuroDor 360 – A Comprehensive Perspective on Neuropathic Pain”, aligned with...
Meet the plenary speakers for the EFIC Congress 2027 – Pain in Europe XV, taking place in Glasgow from 21 to 23 April 2027. The plenary programme features keynotes, panel discussions, the Felicia Cox Plenary Lecture, and the ECR Rising Stars session. Find out more...
With less than a year to go until the next EFIC Congress in Glasgow, Scotland we are excited to announce that abstract submission is now OPEN! This is your chance to showcase your research, present your work in front of peers and receive valuable feedback. Why submit...
SIP Advocacy Toolkit Training in Italy – Report from the Event The Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) platform is pleased to share updates from the first national roll-out of the Advocacy Toolkit in Italy, held on 29 May 2026 in Rome. The training aimed to strengthen...
The European Pain Federation EFIC Congress Financial Aid Programme has been established to promote equitable participation in our Congress by supporting delegates who would otherwise be unable to attend because of financial constraints. As the European Pain Federation...
Are you getting ready for #EFIC2027? The next EFIC Congress – Pain in Europe XV will be held in Glasgow, Scotland on 21-23 April 2027 under the theme “Building Bridges in Pain: Thriving Through Communication”. Test your Glasgow knowledge with our...
Navigating EU research funding can be daunting, particularly for those at the start of their research careers. To help, EFIC has published a new practical guide covering the main EU funding programmes relevant to pain research – from Horizon Europe and the...
The week of 25–31 marks the 2026 European Week Against Cancer (EWAC) The EWAC is a flagship initiative from the Association of European Cancer Leagues (ECL), bringing together cancer leagues, health advocates, civil society groups, and policymakers to raise awareness...
The EFIC Rising Stars Programme is a new initiative to connect and support early career researchers in the European pain field. As part of this programme, we are launching the monthly ECR Coffee Club. What is the Coffee Club? An informal, welcoming space to meet...
Stroke Awareness Month takes place every May to raise awareness of the devastating impact of stroke and highlight the importance of providing vital support to survivors and those who care for them. Post-stroke pain is one example of central neuropathic pain. In this...
Be sure to subscribe to the SIP Newsletter to be up to date with the latest developments in pain policy. In each edition, you will find: An overview of the current policy landscape and where SIP’s priorities are focused; A short summary of SIP’s recent activities and...
The Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) Platform is pleased to announce the release of our Position Paper on Employment and the Economic Considerations of Pain. Chronic pain can take hold of a person’s life, interfering with patients’ ability to work, walk, sleep, or...
The week of 4–8 May marks European Mental Health Week 2026 This year’s theme, “Stronger Together: Prioritise Mental Health in a Changing Europe” is a call for collective action at a time when Europe is experiencing a profound transformation...
We are pleased to announce that workshop submission for the EFIC Congress 2027 – Pain in Europe XV is now open! We look forward to receiving your suggestion for a session that considers relevance, general interest, quality of speakers, and balance of gender and...
