


Our first quarterly EFIC Newsletter is available!
The latest quarterly newsletter of the European Pain Federation EFIC has just been published. Check out our latest updates on the #EFIC2025 Congress, the EFIC Academy, our Research and Advocacy activities, news from our Chapters and much more. Read it...
Just published: Updated Curriculum for the European Diploma in Pain Medicine
The European Pain Federation EFIC is proud to launch the updated pain curriculum for the EDPM.The main aims of the EDPM pain curriculum are to guide preparations for the EDPM examinations and to help pain educators throughout Europe harmonise their educational...
Brain Awareness Week 2024
Brain Awareness Week is a global initiative that aims to increase public awareness and understanding of the brain and brain research. It is a collaborative effort between scientists, educators, and organizations to host events and activities that engage the public in...
#InspireInclusion On International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day (IWD) is recognised worldwide on March 8th, 2024. The aim of IWD is to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women, as well as a call to action for gender equality. The 2024 theme is: #InspireInclusion. The...
News from the European Pain Federation EFIC Chapters – March 2024
The European Pain Federation EFIC is pleased to share recent news and updates from our national chapters below. Belgium Belgian Pain Society Congress 2024- Sex and Gender Disparities in Pain The Annual Scientific Congress of the Belgian Pain Society will take place...
SIP Ireland: Available Resources
The Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) Ireland Platform developed an informative video on chronic pain, if you would like to know more about chronic pain and how it affects people living with it, be sure to watch it here!
SIP Malta: Available Resources
The Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) Malta Platform, has been working relentlessly throughout the years to raise awareness about the impact that pain has on our societies, economic systems and individuals. If you would like to know more about SIP’s Malta work and...
SIP Belgium: Available Resources
SIP Belgium developed a few years ago valuable resources that can now be found on our website! Following the launch of the SIP Framing Paper and Infographic, SIP Belgium published its own infographic on the topic. One of the main aims of the Societal Impact of Pain...
SIP Portugal: Available Resources
In Portugal, chronic pain affects nearly one-third of the population, impacting the lives of many individuals. If you would like to learn more about the topic and understand how the Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) Portugal Platform is tackling the issue, be sure to read...
SIP France: Available Resources
The Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) France Platform developed a few years ago a valuable resource which described chronic pain in a very accessible way. Be sure to download it here!
Apply for the EFIC Pain School on Translational Pain Research
We are excited to announce that the EFIC Pain School on Translational Pain Research will take place on 26-30 June 2024 in Kraków, Poland. The course is open to anaesthetists, surgeons, nurses, physiotherapists, pharmacists, researchers, and quality assurance...
Endometriosis Awareness Month 2024
Endometriosis Awareness Month is an annual event organized by The Endometriosis Association. The aim of this month is to increase awareness of this common chronic disease through educational and fundraising events. The Endometriosis Association highlights...
SIP Newsletter 01 2024 – Now Available!
The first SIP Newsletter of 2024 is now available! Be sure to read this month’s editorial, which includes updates on: SIP priorities and activities; The European Health Data Space (EHDS) negotiations; SIP National Platforms; The first SIP National Platform...