Brain Health Matters

In the latest episode of the Brain Health Matters podcast, we explore the often-overlooked impact of neurological conditions on employment—not just for those living with these conditions, but also for their carers. From disrupted careers and workplace stigma to the emotional toll of balancing health and livelihood, we unpack the complex realities faced by millions across Europe. This episode featu...

Welcome to Brain Health Matters, the podcast series from the European Federation of Neurological Associations, where we explore the issues that shape the lives of people living with neurological conditions across Europe. In today’s episode, we’re diving into a topic that’s fundamental to improving outcomes and empowering patients: health literacy. Health literacy is more than just understanding me...

Welcome to another episode of Brain Health Matters , brought to you by the European Federation of Neurological Associations. In this episode, we’re shining a light on something often overlooked but deeply impactful—the invisible symptoms and burdens faced by people living with neurological conditions. While tremors, seizures, or mobility challenges might be more visible, many of the most debilitat...

In an ever-evolving world, technological advancements are revolutionising the way we approach healthcare. The integration of data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) in health systems is set to transform the landscape of neurology, offering new possibilities for diagnosis, treatment, and patient care. In this episode of the Brain Health Matters podcast we’ll take a closer look at how these...

In recent years, there has been growing recognition of the crucial role that patient organisations play in driving advancements in medical research and healthcare. In the latest episode of the Brain Health Matters podcast we’ll look at why this is especially true in the field of neurology, where patients and their families face complex and often devastating conditions that require innovative appro...

Did you know that there are over 400 different neurological conditions? The vast majority of these conditions are extremely rare, making them difficult to diagnose and treat. From a lack of available specialists, to fragmented care pathways, there are too many gaps in healthcare systems for people living with a rare neurological disease to fall through. In this episode of Brain Health Matters, we’...

Neurological conditions are extremely common, with at least 1 in 3 of us affected in our lifetime. In this episode we’ll hear from people whose lives were turned upside down by the onset of symptoms and hear how they have coped since their diagnosis.  This episode features Gary Boyle, who lives with Young Onset Parkinson's Disease, Nadia Malliou, who lives with chronic pain and absence seizur...