Document download: World Neurology - August 2026

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From the editors

Steven L. Lewis, MD, Editor, and Walter Struhal, MD, Co-Editor

Welcome to the August 2026 issue of World Neurology, the official newsletter of the World Federation of Neurology (WFN). The WFN has been busy since our last issue representing neurologists and brain health on multiple fronts.

The WFN wishes to thank Prof. Antonio Toscano, congress chair, Prof. P. James B. Dyck, ICNMD chair, Prof. Wolfgang Grisold, WFN past president, along with other members of the ICNMD Congress Committee and expert faculty for their remarkable work creating this wonderful congress.

This issue of World Neurology features many well-illustrated articles highlighting World Brain Day events from around the globe. We look forward to publishing more World Brain Day articles in the next issue. ■

Highlights

President's Column

• WFN Activities Put a Spotlight on Brain Health ⧉

  Updates from the INCMD 2026, the United Nations ECOSOC and the WHO African Regional Committee, and IGAP implementation training in Ethiopia.

International Congress on Neuromuscular Diseases 2026

• Scientific Sessions and Teaching Courses Highlight Neuromuscular Disease Congress ⧉

  More than 2,400 attendees turned out for scientific abstracts, lectures, and social meetings at the 19th annual event in Florence, Italy, sponsored by the WFN Specialty Group.

• Patient Advocacy, Education, and Training ⧉

  Experts outline their key priorities on Patient's Day, including newborn screening, psychological support, and access to appropriate treatments.

• Challenges in Supportive and Palliative Neuromuscular Care in Developing Countries ⧉

  A report on a congress presentation seeking stronger health care systems, earlier diagnosis, and policies that integrate palliative care throughout the disease course.

• Working Together to Benefit Education, Research, and Patient Care ⧉

  A decades-long partnership between Limoges, France, and the African Republic of Benin has contributed to neuroepidemiological advances in both regions.

World Brain Day 2026

• Getting the Word Out About Brain Health in Austria ⧉

  TV appearances highlight awareness and prevention as part of World Brain Day activities in Austria.

• From Legacy to Collective Action in the Philippines ⧉

  The 2026 ALRAN Forum marked World Brain Day with presentations, government representatives, and a challenge to view brain health as a national priority.

• Improving Outcomes for Neurological Disorders Worldwide ⧉

  Northwestern University celebrates World Brain Day.

• World Brain Day Celebrations in India ⧉

  The Indian Academy of Neurology sponsored in-person awareness programs, online seminars, and media outreach to raise awareness about brain health.

WFN Junior Travelling Fellowship

• Research on Epilepsy, Networking, and a Neurology Department Tour ⧉

  A junior neurology resident's experience at the 12th European Academy of Neurology Congress in Geneva.

History

• The Framing of Neurasthenia ⧉

  How the diagnosis of neurasthenia evolved from its medical origin before disappearing in the early 20th century.