The Societal Impact of Pain
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The ‘Societal Impact of Pain’ (SIP) platform is a multi-stakeholder partnership led by the European Pain Federation EFIC and Pain Alliance Europe (PAE), which aims to raise awareness of pain and change pain policies.
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The Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) Platform infographics are engaging advocacy tools that raise awareness about the burden of chronic pain. Covering themes such as the biopsychosocial model, the prevalence of pain, common pain conditions, and patient testimonies. These aim to drive policy change and improve access to treatment.
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SIP Spain: Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) at the SED Congress
The Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) Platform was recently represented at the Spanish Pain Society (SED) Congress held in...

SIP Finland: Finnish Translation Now Available – The Burden of Pain: A Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) Book of Evidence
SIP Finland is pleased to announce the release of the Finnish translation of The Burden of Pain: A Societal Impact of...

SIP Meetings on Prevention & Pain Policy at the European Parliament
Last week, the Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) platform team, together with a delegation from the European Pain...

SIP Newsletter 02 2025 – Now Available!
The latest edition of the SIP Newsletter is now available! Don’t miss this month’s editorial, featuring key updates...

European Week Against Cancer 2025
The European Week Against Cancer (EWAC) is an annual event from 25 to 31 May to raise the awareness of all Europeans...

Subscribe to the Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) Newsletter
Be sure to subscribe to the SIP Newsletter, which includes quarterly updates on: SIP priorities and activities; SIP...

SIP Event Report: SIP Session at the EFIC Congress
Now available: SIP Session Report! SIP hosted a well-attended, immersive, dedicated session on 'Pain and Mental...