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World Spine Day 2026
About World Spine Day October 16 is World Spine Day, the annual global initiative dedicated to raising awareness of spinal health and the impact of spinal pain and disability. The 2026 theme, “Spine Health for Life”, highlights the importance of protecting and...
New EFIC On The Move Position Paper Now Available!
The On The Move (OTM) Working Group has recently published a new position paper in the European Journal of Pain (EJP) titled "Walking for Chronic Pain: Why It Matters, What We Know and How to Get Started". The position paper brings together current scientific evidence...
Join our EFIC ECR Coffee Club in November 2026
The EFIC Rising Stars Programme is an initiative to connect and support early career researchers in the European pain field. As part of this programme, we have the monthly ECR Coffee Club. What is the Coffee Club? An informal, welcoming space to meet peers, share...
World Mental Health Day: 10 October 2026
About World Mental Health Day Every year on 10 October, World Mental Health Day marks WHO’s annual campaign to raise awareness of mental health issues and mobilise efforts to improve mental health care worldwide. This year’s theme, "Lived experiences heard: real...
Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2026
October is recognised globally as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an opportunity to raise awareness of breast cancer, promote early detection, support those affected, and highlight the importance of continued action throughout the year. In 2026, Living Beyond Breast...