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Earth Day Trigeminal Neuralgia Earth Day and Its Impact on Neurological Health: Focus on Trigeminal Neuralgia Earth Day and Its Impact on Neurological Health:   Focus on Trigeminal Neuralgia Earth Day, celebrated annually on 22 April, promotes environmental protection. Its influence extends to neurological health, particularly trigeminal neuralgia. This severe pain condition affects the trigeminal […]

World Health Day 2024  Bridging the Gap for Invisible Disabilities and Trigeminal Neuralgia Introduction: The Significance of World Health Day World Health Day’s theme, ‘My health, my right,’ highlights the importance of understanding its impact on individuals with trigeminal neuralgia (TN) in the UK. This condition, causing severe facial pain, often remains unnoticed, symbolising the […]

Understanding Trigeminal Neuralgia: Brain Awareness Weeks Key Focus As Brain Awareness Week unfolds, we spotlight a significant condition: Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN). This disorder underlines the complexity of our brain’s neural networks. TN goes beyond being a mere medical condition. It serves as a vivid reminder of our nervous system’s delicate equilibrium and the paramount importance of […]

Advancing Trigeminal Neuralgia Research: At the core of the Trigeminal Neuralgia Association UK (TNA UK), our unwavering commitment to research and the development of new treatments for Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) stands as a beacon of hope. It’s with this dedication that we embrace groundbreaking initiatives like the Libra Study, a symbol of our resolve to […]

The Significance of Rare Disease Day in Elevating Trigeminal Neuralgia Awareness Introduction to Rare Disease Day and Trigeminal Neuralgia Rare Disease Day, commemorated on the 29th of February, is more than a calendar event; it’s a global movement towards equality in health care and societal support for individuals with rare diseases, including the profoundly impactful […]

Maximise your safety and awareness with TNA UK’s Trigeminal Neuralgia support tools. The TNA UK Lanyard, paired with a complimentary Emergency Alert Card, is a critical aid for anyone managing TN. It ensures that during a TN attack, your condition is communicated quickly and clearly, even when you can’t. The Alert Card is designed to […]

Embrace the Festive Spirit with TNA’s Bespoke Christmas Cards As the festive season unfolds, it brings opportunities for joy, reflection, and acts of kindness. This year, TNA.org.uk proudly presents our exclusive Christmas card collection, thoughtfully designed to not only convey festive greetings but also to support an essential cause. With two elegant designs, each card […]

  National Trigeminal Neuralgia Awareness Day “#ShowTN3Fingers”: A Revolutionary Initiative for National Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) Awareness Day by Aneeta Prem MBE    Introduction by Aneeta Prem MBE “I’m thrilled to introduce you to our innovative initiative, ‘#ShowTN3Fingers,’ conceived to commemorate National TN Awareness Day on 7th October and to intensify awareness of trigeminal neuralgia.” Why […]

Embracing the Power of Yoga: A Gentle Approach to Managing Introduction ‘On this International Day of Yoga, we turn our focus towards a topic that often goes unnoticed – the potential role of yoga in managing Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN). Trigeminal Neuralgia, known for causing some of the most severe pains a human can endure, affects […]

Trigeminal Neuralgia: Understanding the Excruciating Facial Pain Understanding Trigeminal Neuralgia Trigeminal neuralgia, also known as tic douloureux, is a neurological disorder that affects the trigeminal nerve, which is responsible for transmitting sensory information from the face to the brain. This condition is characterized by sudden and intense facial pain, often described as stabbing, electric shock-like […]

Coffee, Cakes, and Quiche, for the King’s Coronation Turning Your King’s Coronation Celebrations into a Fundraising Opportunity Are you excited about celebrating King’s Coronation with your friends, family, and neighbours? How about adding a charitable twist to your festivities by turning them into an opportunity to raise awareness and funds? 1. Introducing the Concept Before […]

TNA London Marathon Runner   Supporting TN and Facial Pain Sufferers TNA London Marathon Runner. A Call to Donate to TNA London Marathon Runner  Honor of Gerwyn Tumelty’s London Marathon Run. Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN), also known as the “suicide disease,” is a debilitating condition characterized by severe facial pain that can be triggered by even […]

As the world continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are experiencing a variety of symptoms, including fever, cough, and difficulty breathing. However, for those who suffer from trigeminal neuralgia, the pain caused by the virus can be even more unbearable. In this article, we will discuss the impact of COVID-19 on trigeminal […]

Rare Disease Day 2023 28th of February Introduction February 28th marks Rare Disease Day, where more than 600 events worldwide are organized to raise awareness about rare diseases, including Trigeminal Neuralgia. Trigeminal Neuralgia is a rare and excruciatingly painful disease that affects approximately 1 in every 15,000 people. marks living with a Rare Disease and […]

Trigeminal Neuralgia Conference Empowering TN Sufferers with Practical Solutions for Pain Management   Trigeminal Neuralgia Conference in January 2023 was a life-changing event for Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) and facial pain sufferers. This conference brought together renowned experts in the field of TN. Providing invaluable insights into the latest developments in treatment and management. If you […]

One Million Steps For TNA   As we approach the New Year my thoughts turn to New Year’s Resolutions, and choosing some that will be achievable and sustainable for me! We are launching the One Million Steps for TNA so that we can all focus on trying to become more active and fitter throughout the […]

Christmas Donations Christmas donations are the most important time for any charity, this is when family comes together and helps make other people’s lives better. If you are able, the Trigeminal Neuralgia Association would greatly appreciate any donation, large or small for those suffering from what is often called the suicide disease. Donating at this […]

Supporting Someone with Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN)  Trigeminal neuralgia can have a profound effect on not only the individual suffering but also on close friends and family. Trigeminal Neuralgia is unpredictable and therefore can be difficult to cope with, both for the patient and the carer. Not knowing when the next attack will strike can cause […]

TNA National Conference and AGM   14th of January 2023 Is the new date for the TNA national conference and AGM, It will take place at Copthorne Tara High Street Kensington TNA National Conference Details The registration will be from 9 am and refreshments will be available. This will then go straight into the TNA National […]

The Cost Of Living Crisis   As the cold and dark days of winter draw in, UK residents are concerned more than ever about the cost of living crisis, not only the increased cost of Housing and food but heating too as those of us that suffer from Trigeminal Neuralgia, deal with cold far worse […]

Pain of Trigeminal Neuralgia   Trigeminal neuralgia is known as the most painful condition in the world, sometimes called “the suicide disease”. Unfortunately, Trigeminal neuralgia does not have a cure or even a main form of treatment. The people that suffer from trigeminal neuralgia are also limited in the ways that they deal with the […]