The Societal Impact of Pain
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ABOUT SIP
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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SIP INFOGRAPHICS
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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News from the Societal Impact of Pain
Out Now – First SIP Quarterly Newsletter of 2026
The first Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) quarterly newsletter of 2026 is now available! In this edition, you will find:...
News from Denmark: Strengthened Collaboration Between DSK and FAKS
The Danish Pain Society (DSF) and Foreningen af Kroniske Smerteramte og Pårørende (FAKS) formalised their...
Pain Considerations in the FEMM Committee Draft Report on Gender Inequalities in Health and the SANT Committee Draft Opinion
The Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) welcomes references to pain in the European Parliament Committee on Women's Rights...
SIP Is Proud to Share Policy Updates on Bluesky!
SIP Is Proud to Share Policy Updates on Bluesky! The Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) is pleased to announce that it is...
News from France: Management of Pain in Osteoarthritis and Rheumatic Diseases
Osteoarthritis is a serious and very common osteoarticular disease, affecting about 19% of the population. It is one...
SIP National Platform Call Report – Now Available
The report from the 1st Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) National Platform Call of 2026 is now available! During the...
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