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Survey on Stigma & Neurological Disorder
In 2018, the European Federation of Neurological Associations (EFNA) conducted a survey of young people affected by neurological disorder, to assess the impact of these conditions on their lives. Stigma was identified as one of the biggest issues affecting...

PROOF trial: Breathing of pure oxygen increases the oxygen dissolved in the blood
Can high-dose oxygen therapy reduce the effects of stroke? This is the subject of an EU funded study called PROOF. An ischaemic stroke is the most common type of stroke. The arteries that supply the brain with blood become clogged by clots. This kills the cells at the...

Stroke Care at Home booklet- Get your copy for Free
Written by Rafael Klavert | Source: Angels Initiative As our movement is becoming more and more restricted, this Stroke Care at Home booklet may now be more useful than ever. Developed by the Centre for Rehabilitation Studies in Stellenbosch University, this...

Teleconsultations in times of crisis: Rehabilitation for recently discharged stroke patients in Italy
SIMFER - Italian Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine has activated a teleconsultation service aimed at recently discharged stroke patients and their families who should continue rehabilitation treatments. A.L.I.Ce OdV (Italian Stroke Association) spreads...

#BrainLifeGoals Project Grants 2020 by EFNA
In 2020, within the framework of the #BrainLifeGoals campaign, the European Federation of Neurological Associations (EFNA) will again provide grants to support work in one of their focus areas. This year the focus will be on: Ensuring Equitable Access to Treatment,...