Shingles Awareness Week 2023
1 in 3 people will develop shingles in their lifetime[i], yet an average of 66% of people believe they are at low risk of developing shingles and 27% of people aren’t aware of their risk of developing shingles in the next 10 years[ii]. Shingles typically presents as...
The meeting report from first SIP National Platform call of 2023 is now available
The first SIP National Platform call of 2023 took place on Wednesday 8th February. During the meeting, participants had the opportunity to: Discuss SIP National Platform key milestones; Discuss SIP Plans, Policy objectives, and Priorities for 2023; Hear about the...
Volunteers needed: Translate the Clinical Practice Recommendations on Opioids for Chronic Non-Cancer Pain
In 2021, under the umbrella of the European Pain Federation (EFIC), a gathering of nine European scientific societies and a leading patients’ organisation published new clinical recommendations for opioid use in treating chronic non-cancer pain (CNCP). The full paper...
World Cancer Day 2023
World Cancer Day is an annual campaign by the Union for International Cancer Control. It was created on 4 February 2000 to help unite the cancer community to reduce the global cancer burden, and advocate for equal access to life-saving cancer diagnosis, treatment and...
Kick-off Meeting for “PANACEA: Special Needs by Placebo”
Earlier this year, EFIC Research Projects Advisor Mary O’Keeffe attended the kick-off meeting for “PANACEA: Special Needs by Placebo: Programme to Advise, Normalize And Control its European Administration” in Madrid, where the project structure and plan were...
Register for #EFIC2023 and join the EFIC Pain Tech Forum
Are you or any of your colleagues developing new tools or technologies for pain management in a pre-commercial phase? Register for #EFIC2023 and join the EFIC Pain Tech Forum. This is your chance to: Showcase your project – EFIC will have a dedicated space for...
Apply for the EFIC Pain School on Cancer Pain and Palliative Care 2023
We are excited to announce that the EFIC Pain School on Cancer Pain and Palliative Care 2023 will take place on 16 – 19 May 2023 in Maribor, Slovenia. This inter-professional pain school will focus on pain management for patients with cancer and those surviving cancer...
Why basic and translational researchers should attend #EFIC2023
Are you a basic or translational pain researcher? Then sign up for #EFIC2023 right away! The next EFIC Congress taking place in Budapest, Hungary on 20-22 September 2023 is a great opportunity for researchers as it provides them with a large international network of...
Sustainability at #EFIC2023: Find out more
For the #EFIC2023 congress in Budapest this September, the European Pain Federation EFIC will be taking environmental considerations into account. By choosing suppliers that are committed to sustainable practices, opting for digital conference materials over printable...
FINAL CHANCE to apply for the EFIC-Grünenthal Grant (E-G-G) 2023
Are you an early career scientist looking to launch your career in pain research? Then be sure to submit your innovative research project in the area of chronic pain to be considered for a research grant from this prestigious scheme! The deadline for applications is...
#EFIC2023 Abstract submission EXTENDED!
We are pleased to announce that the deadline for #EFIC2023 abstract submission has been extended, giving you more time to submit your work and have the chance to showcase your research and receive valuable feedback. FINAL Abstract Submission Deadline: 16...
Sign up now for a ONE MONTH Free Trial to the #EFICAcademy
If you are a healthcare professional or researcher looking for quality learning material on pain, we have a n exciting offer for you: Start 2023 by advancing your skills in pain management and join the #EFICAcademy! EFIC Academy Members have access to exclusive,...
Use this justification letter template to attend #EFIC2023
Attending #EFIC2023 is an amazing opportunity to gain new knowledge, meet peers, expand your skillset and expose yourself to new perspectives in your field. Whether you are looking to attend #EFIC2023 as a clinician or a researcher, you might need to persuade your...
