World Federation of Neurology

2023 Brain Health and Disability Webinar: Leave No One Behind

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
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This year's World Brain Day will bring together expert neurologists, advocates and patients to share vital resources and information around the theme, "Brain Health and Disability," during a free 1-hour webinar .

Key Points: 
  • This year's World Brain Day will bring together expert neurologists, advocates and patients to share vital resources and information around the theme, "Brain Health and Disability," during a free 1-hour webinar .
  • Previous World Brain Day themes have addressed critical topics from stroke prevention and migraine awareness to disparities in global brain health and the impact of air pollution on the brain.
  • This year, WFN is partnering with the World Federation for Neurorehabilitation (WFNR) to amplify the reach of the 2023 World Brain Day initiative.
  • This World Brain Day, webinar guests will discuss brain health and disability through the lens of five key aims:
    Brain disabilities can be prevented, treated and rehabilitated.

2023 Brain Health and Disability Webinar: Leave No One Behind

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, July 20, 2023
Poverty, Migraine, Employment, Mayo Clinic, Education, Disability, World Federation of Neurology, Stroke, Policy, DSM-IV codes, Brain, Rehabilitation, WFN, World government, WFNR, Patient, WHO, Air pollution, World Health Organization, Medical imaging, Nursing, Neurology

This year's World Brain Day will bring together expert neurologists, advocates and patients to share vital resources and information around the theme, "Brain Health and Disability," during a free 1-hour webinar .

Key Points: 
  • This year's World Brain Day will bring together expert neurologists, advocates and patients to share vital resources and information around the theme, "Brain Health and Disability," during a free 1-hour webinar .
  • Previous World Brain Day themes have addressed critical topics from stroke prevention and migraine awareness to disparities in global brain health and the impact of air pollution on the brain.
  • This year, WFN is partnering with the World Federation for Neurorehabilitation (WFNR) to amplify the reach of the 2023 World Brain Day initiative.
  • This World Brain Day, webinar guests will discuss brain health and disability through the lens of five key aims:
    Brain disabilities can be prevented, treated and rehabilitated.

WORLD BRAIN DAY 2023: PUTTING A SPOTLIGHT ON BRAIN HEALTH AND DISABILITY

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023
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LONDON, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Federation of Neurology (WFN) is pleased to announce Brain Health and Disability as the theme for its 10th Annual World Brain Day (WBD) on Saturday, July 22.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Federation of Neurology (WFN) is pleased to announce Brain Health and Disability as the theme for its 10th Annual World Brain Day (WBD) on Saturday, July 22.
  • This World Brain Day is framed by five key aims:
    Prevention: Brain disabilities can be prevented, treated and rehabilitated.
  • "This World Brain Day will provide a vital opportunity to fight for the equality of people with disabilities on a global scale," says Prof. Tissa Wijeratne, World Brain Day Co-Chair.
  • In 2022, WFN demonstrated its ongoing commitment to promoting the importance of brain health worldwide with the World Brain Day theme, "Brain Health for All."

WORLD BRAIN DAY 2023: PUTTING A SPOTLIGHT ON BRAIN HEALTH AND DISABILITY

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023
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LONDON, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Federation of Neurology (WFN) is pleased to announce Brain Health and Disability as the theme for its 10th Annual World Brain Day (WBD) on Saturday, July 22.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Federation of Neurology (WFN) is pleased to announce Brain Health and Disability as the theme for its 10th Annual World Brain Day (WBD) on Saturday, July 22.
  • This World Brain Day is framed by five key aims:
    Prevention: Brain disabilities can be prevented, treated and rehabilitated.
  • "This World Brain Day will provide a vital opportunity to fight for the equality of people with disabilities on a global scale," says Prof. Tissa Wijeratne, World Brain Day Co-Chair.
  • In 2022, WFN demonstrated its ongoing commitment to promoting the importance of brain health worldwide with the World Brain Day theme, "Brain Health for All."

World Brain Day 2022 Will Feature Leading Experts to Promote Brain Health

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022
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LONDON, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --July 22 is devoted to Brain Health for All for World Brain Day (WBD).

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --July 22 is devoted to Brain Health for All for World Brain Day (WBD).
  • This year, in a free webinar, the World Federation of Neurology (WFN) is featuring leading experts from regional and global organizations who are prioritizing brain health, including the World Health Organization (WHO).
  • In May, WHO's World Health Assembly adopted IGAP to improve access to care and treatment for neurological disorders, while promoting brain health and preventing brain disorders.
  • "Despite growing threats to brain health, there is limited policy response and access to services to promote and optimize brain health for all," said Dr. Tarun Dua, Unit Head of the Brain Health Unit at WHO.

World Brain Day 2022 Will Feature Leading Experts to Promote Brain Health

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022
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LONDON, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --July 22 is devoted to Brain Health for All for World Brain Day (WBD).

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --July 22 is devoted to Brain Health for All for World Brain Day (WBD).
  • This year, in a free webinar, the World Federation of Neurology (WFN) is featuring leading experts from regional and global organizations who are prioritizing brain health, including the World Health Organization (WHO).
  • In May, WHO's World Health Assembly adopted IGAP to improve access to care and treatment for neurological disorders, while promoting brain health and preventing brain disorders.
  • "Despite growing threats to brain health, there is limited policy response and access to services to promote and optimize brain health for all," said Dr. Tarun Dua, Unit Head of the Brain Health Unit at WHO.

World Federation of Neurology Impresses Importance of Brain Health Through Global Public Initiative

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Wednesday, December 1, 2021
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LONDON, Dec. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Federation of Neurology (WFN) is leading the charge on advocating for brain health awareness, through the launch of its Brain Health Initiative (BHI), a program created to reduce the immense global burden of brain diseases and disorders.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Dec. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Federation of Neurology (WFN) is leading the charge on advocating for brain health awareness, through the launch of its Brain Health Initiative (BHI), a program created to reduce the immense global burden of brain diseases and disorders.
  • "The Brain Health Initiative is intimately aligned with the mission of the World Federation of Neurology to foster brain health and quality neurology worldwide," said WFN President Prof. William Carroll.
  • As a whole, the BHI impresses the critical importance of brain health, which affects every aspect of human life, and provides actionable tips on how to fight to improve brain health.
  • The Brain Health Initiative covers the following five topics:
    Unit 1: Introduction to Brain Health Brain health is a critical aspect of overall health.

World Federation of Neurology Impresses Importance of Brain Health Through Global Public Initiative

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Wednesday, December 1, 2021
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LONDON, Dec. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Federation of Neurology (WFN) is leading the charge on advocating for brain health awareness, through the launch of its Brain Health Initiative (BHI), a program created to reduce the immense global burden of brain diseases and disorders.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Dec. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Federation of Neurology (WFN) is leading the charge on advocating for brain health awareness, through the launch of its Brain Health Initiative (BHI), a program created to reduce the immense global burden of brain diseases and disorders.
  • "The Brain Health Initiative is intimately aligned with the mission of the World Federation of Neurology to foster brain health and quality neurology worldwide," said WFN President Prof. William Carroll.
  • As a whole, the BHI impresses the critical importance of brain health, which affects every aspect of human life, and provides actionable tips on how to fight to improve brain health.
  • The Brain Health Initiative covers the following five topics:
    Unit 1: Introduction to Brain Health Brain health is a critical aspect of overall health.

Findings in New Book, Neurology in Migrants and Refugees, Presented at the World Congress of Neurology 2021, Raising Awareness on Neurological Issues Facing Migrants and Refugees

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Friday, October 8, 2021
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Neurology in Migrants and Refugees , which is a part of the WHO's Sustainable Development Goals series ,discusses the scientific and epidemiological data of neurological diseases in migrants.

Key Points: 
  • Neurology in Migrants and Refugees , which is a part of the WHO's Sustainable Development Goals series ,discusses the scientific and epidemiological data of neurological diseases in migrants.
  • It provides practical guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of these diseases and examines the relationship between immigration and neurological diseases in migrants and refugees.
  • It will help focus the issues facing migrants and refugees as they seek medical care, especially for neurological diseases," said Federico.
  • With support from member organizations around the globe, WFN unites the world to allow patients greater access to brain health.

Findings in New Book, Neurology in Migrants and Refugees, Presented at the World Congress of Neurology 2021, Raising Awareness on Neurological Issues Facing Migrants and Refugees

Retrieved on: 
Friday, October 8, 2021
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Neurology in Migrants and Refugees , which is a part of the WHO's Sustainable Development Goals series ,discusses the scientific and epidemiological data of neurological diseases in migrants.

Key Points: 
  • Neurology in Migrants and Refugees , which is a part of the WHO's Sustainable Development Goals series ,discusses the scientific and epidemiological data of neurological diseases in migrants.
  • It provides practical guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of these diseases and examines the relationship between immigration and neurological diseases in migrants and refugees.
  • It will help focus the issues facing migrants and refugees as they seek medical care, especially for neurological diseases," said Federico.
  • With support from member organizations around the globe, WFN unites the world to allow patients greater access to brain health.