Member organisations of European Federation of Neurological Associations (EFNA) met in Brussels for the General Assembly (GA) on April 8th. The main subjects of the GA concerned the annual accounts and the Annual Report for 2025. The annual budget and operational plan for 2026 were also discussed and the strategic plan was approved for 2026-2030….
Driving License and Dystonia: Maintaining Mobility – Ensuring Quality of Life
For many people with dystonia or other health issues, a driver’s license is more than just a piece of paper. It represents freedom. It allows people to go to work, visit doctors, buy groceries, and see friends. This is especially important in the countryside where there are few buses or trains. Without a car, life…
Innovation in Dialogue: Dystonia Europe at the O2I Summit in Barcelona
From January 14 to 16, 2026, Dystonia Europe board member Salvatore attended the ‘Originator to Innovator’ (O2I) Summit by Medtronic in Barcelona. The event, titled ‘50 Years of Innovation,’ focused on the future of neuromodulation and brain care. The Patient Voice as a Bridge to Research One of the main goals for Salvatore was to…
Toxins 2026 in Madrid
The 8th International Toxins Congress was held in Madrid in mid January. Over 1600 participants from 84 countries joined. The opening session focused on Musician’s dystonia. Three patients shared their stories and also performed. The highlight of the session was when Dr. Anna Castagna on flute performed together with her patient Roberto on guitar. The…
EAN Education Committee Meeting in Vienna
On behalf of the European Federation of Neurological Associations (EFNA) and neurological patients, Dystonia Europe’s Executive Director, Monika Benson, attended the annual EAN Big Education meeting in Vienna last February. The European Academy of Neurology (EAN) is the professional association for neurologists in Europe with about 45,000 members, and there are another 40,000 not belonging…
