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

European Pain Awareness Day: Is Europe Providing Adequate Access to Treatment?
The Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) Platform is delighted to announce that in 2024, the European Pain Federation EFIC...

New Launch: A SIP Policy Framework for the Delivery of Pain Care.
The Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) Platform is delighted to announce the launch of its newest resource entitled ‘A...

Translations Available: ‘The Burden of Pain: A Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) Book of Evidence’
The Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) Platform is delighted to announce the launch of the translations of ‘The Burden of...

SIP Newsletter 02 2024 – Now Available!
The second SIP Newsletter of 2024 is now available! Be sure to read this month’s editorial, which includes updates on:...

SIP Portugal News: ‘The Voice of Pain’ Event
The Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) Portugal Platform will organise an event to celebrate 25 years of the first National...

SIP National Platform Call Report Available
The Report from the second SIP National Platform call of 2024 is now available! The second SIP National Platform...

SIP Germany: Available Resources
The Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) Germany Platform will be attending the Schmerzvisite (Pain Visit) event, taking...