neurological conditions
Things have changed for the better. Is that the case for your neurological condition?
Sarah Joiner, Vice Chair of the MS Trust and member of The Neurological Alliance #MyNeuroSurvey Steering Group, writes: I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 1981. Back then I received care from a consultant and a small medical team. Hours of waiting all morning, an examination to see how the condition had progressed, and some […]
Celebrating achievements across the neuro community
As we publish our annual report, we reflect on the Alliance’s activities in the last financial year (July 2020 – June 2021), celebrate achievements from across the neurological community, and look to the future.
Government announces £375 million investment in neurodegenerative conditions research
On Sunday (14th November) the government announced £375 million of investment over the next five years to fund projects to improve our understanding and treatment of a range of neurodegenerative conditions, including Motor Neurone Disease (MND), Parkinson’s disease dementia and Lewy’s Body dementia. The announcement comes after the success of the United to End MND […]
We want you! My Neuro Survey is now open
People living with neurological conditions across the UK are being asked to take part in the largest neurological survey to help improve vital services and support. The Neurological Alliance – a leading coalition of over 70 charities working to transform quality of life for people with neurological conditions – runs My Neuro Survey every two […]
Government announces plans to tackle NHS waiting lists and social care crisis
The UK Government has announced plans to reform health and care, in a bid to reduce elective care waiting lists in the NHS and address the ongoing crisis in social care. The plans include a new ‘Health and Care levy’, which the Government estimates will raise an additional £12 billion per year on average to […]
Making the Health and Care Bill work for people with neurological conditions
The Health and Care Bill presents an important opportunity to bring about much needed improvements to the health and care services that many people with neurological conditions rely on. If designed and delivered properly, the integration agenda at the heart of the Bill could make it easier for people with neurological conditions to access joined […]
