The Neurological Field Continues to Update

In recent years, there has been tremendous growth in new diagnostic information, pharmacological and neurosurgical treatments for neurological disease, as well as a greater understanding of brain function. Our news section informs you of ongoing topics with a potential worldwide influence. In addition to this section, we inform through our social media platforms to keep connect with our member more easier than before. 

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  • World Federation of Neurology News
    We inform you on our projects and activities, the journal updates, the WFN committee update and more...
  • Neurology News
    Update on interesting news and current activities with worldwide scope. From the history of neurology through the modern technology that shape neurology nowadays.

World Federation of Neurology News

15 Jul 2024

The World Federation of Neurology Hosts World Brain Day to Spotlight Brain Health and Disease Prevention

The 2024 World Brain Day (WBD 2024) will unite neurologists, patients, advocates and educators all over the world under the theme “Brain Health and Prevention.” Taking place on Monday, July 22, this global initiative is designed to amplify awareness through accessible events taking place around the globe.

14 Jul 2024

Global Advocacy Leadership Program Accepting Applications

Learn how to become a global advocacy leader with a new program from the AAN and the World Federation of Neurology (WFN). Applications for the Global Advocacy Leadership Program are open to August 14, 2024.

8 Jul 2024

WHO launches new toolkit to improve care for neurological disorders

WHO has today published a new implementation toolkit to the Intersectoral global action plan on epilepsy and other neurological disorders (IGAP), outlining specific actions and resources for countries to improve services for people with neurological disorders in preparation for meeting IGAP’s targets for 2031.

Neurology News

18 Jul 2024

From Animal Spirits to Brain-Computer Interface [World Neurology 39:3 Editor's Choice]

A look back at the relationship between electricity and the brain on the 100th anniversary of the first human EEG recording.

15 Jul 2024

Effects of vaccination on COVID-19 infection symptoms in multiple sclerosis patients [eNS36 Editor's Choice]

This study emphasizes the importance of COVID-19 vaccination for MS patients, due to its potential to reduce symptoms.

11 Jul 2024

Nocturnal heat exposure and stroke risk

In recent decades, nighttime temperatures have increased faster than daytime temperatures. The increasing prevalence of nocturnal heat exposure may pose a significant risk to cardiovascular health. This study investigated the association between nighttime heat exposure and stroke risk in the region of Augsburg, Germany, and examined its temporal variations over 15 years.

 

International Meetings & Events

21 Sep 2024 - 24 Sep 2024 Allianz MiCo Milano Italy 37th ECNP Congress will be held on 21 - 24 September 2024 in Milan, Italy More details...
26 Sep 2024 - 27 Sep 2024 The World Federation of Neurology (WFN) invites you to join the inaugural World Federation of Neurology Digital Neurology Updates (WNU 2024) on September 26-27, 2024. In a groundbreaking move towards... More details...
23 Oct 2024 - 26 Oct 2024 ADNEC (Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre) Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates 6th World Stroke Congress (WSC 2024) in Abu Dhabi, UAE from October 23-26, 2024. More details...
25 Oct 2024 - 29 Oct 2024 Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre Perth WA 6000 Australia The ICNMD International Congress on Neuromuscular Diseases is organized on behalf of the Specialty Group on Neuromuscular Diseases (NMD) of the World Federation of Neurology (WFN). More details...