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February 2024 NAI Newsletter is now Available to Download

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The February edition of the NAI newsletter is jam packed with information about Brain Awareness Week (March 11th to 17th), the upcoming launch on March 12th of the new Patients Deserve Better campaign, the HSE National Service Plan, member news and so much more.

EFNA launches EU Election Manifesto

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The European Federation of Neurological Associations (EFNA) has launched its Election Manifesto ahead of EU elections later this year.  The manifesto presents a comprehensive road-map toward prioritising optimal quality of life for people with neurological conditions and their carers.

NAI Welcomes New Members: The Dublin Neurological Institute (The DNI)

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We are delighted to welcome our newest NAI members, The Dublin Neurological Institute (The DNI). he DNI is aCentre of Excellence for the care of patients with neurological diseases including Parkinson’s disease, Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), Stroke, Epilepsy, Multiple Sclerosis, Headache, Neuropathy, Myopathy and Muscular dystrophy.

NAI Response to the Call for Submissions National Disability Strategy

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NAI welcomes the commitment in the Action Plan for Disability Services 2024-2026, published in December 2023, to have a community neurorehabilitation team in each of the 6 new Regional Health Areas and to increase the size of the team to 18 WTE (whole time equivalent) staff members. 

New Vice Chair Appointed to NAI

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The NAI Board appointed Alison Cotter as Vice Chair at their first Board meeting of the year on January 25th. Alison is Alison Cotter, a graduate of Law and Business at the University of Galway, has been with MS Ireland as their Advocacy and Research Officer since May of 2022.

Brain Awareness Week: March 11th to 17th 2024

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Brain Awareness Week takes place this year from March 11th to 17th and is currently supported by 35 patient organisations and research groups. It is an annual awareness initiative which aims to promote greater awareness of the brain and brain conditions, as well as the need for more investment in services, research and prevention.

Rollout of Neuromapping Project in 3 CHO Areas in 2024

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The Neurological Alliance of Ireland are excited to be working with our Project Partners the Disability Federation of Ireland and the HSE in Phase II of the Joint Neuromapping Project.