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ELF is a patient-led organisation that works internationally to bring patients and the public together with healthcare professionals to improve lung health and advance diagnosis, treatment and care.
@europeanlung.bsky.socialπ« The world's first inhaled antibody treatment for #NipahVirus is in development through a new EU-funded project, #HENIPROTECT.
Discover why it's a @who.int priority disease and how patients will help shape this research.
@europeanlung.bsky.socialπ On #WorldMentalHealthDay, explore our new Mental Health First Aid Kit, created by people living with lung conditions.
π§ Created by patients, for patients.
@europeanlung.bsky.socialπ£ One week to go: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/n2DTwrvoQhKwX7xNyek30A#/registration
Want to influence the European Lung Foundation's future priorities and activities?
Join our Annual Stakeholder Meeting online on 15 October and help shape the future of lung health!
@europeanlung.bsky.socialπ« As we approach #EuropeanDonationDay, we're highlighting the importance of lung transplantation and the need for equitable access across Europe.
π Learn more: https://europeanlung.org/en/information-hub/living-with-a-lung-condition/lung-transplant/lung-transplantation-in-europe-access-and-equity/
@europeanlung.bsky.socialπ Congratulations to our Abstract Award winners at #ERSCongress2026!
π https://europeanlung.org/en/news-and-blog/abstract-winners-at-the-ers-congress-2026/
Recognising research on adolescent nicotine use, bronchiectasis self-management during wartime and air pollution-related breathlessness.
@europeanlung.bsky.socialπ We have launched a new #Alpha1 antitrypsin deficiency (#AATD) Patient Advisory Group. Join our free webinar on 4 November to hear the latest research updates, connect with our new group and ask your questions during a live Q&A.
π: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_pGjSO8PVTd21_wvK6PpmFQ
@europeanlung.bsky.socialπ« During #EUScreeningWeek, #HealthyLungsForLife partners brought lung health checks to communities across Europe: https://europeanlung.org/en/news-and-blog/eu-screening-week-2026-healthy-lungs-for-life-activities/
@europeanlung.bsky.socialOur anonymous survey on health misinformation and AI is still open, and we want to hear from youπ¬
Please share your experiences and thoughts to support our #DefendScience and #ProtectHealth campaign.
Takes about 10 minutes and is open until 14 October: www.surveymonkey.com/r/DSpatient
@europeanlung.bsky.socialπ October is #PCDAwarenessMonth.
PCD is a rare genetic condition that can affect the lungs, ears and sinuses.
π https://europeanlung.org/en/information-hub/lung-conditions/primary-ciliary-dyskinesia-pcd/
Thank you to PCD patient organisations across Europe and beyond for supporting the community.
@europeanlung.bsky.socialπ‘ In his latest blog, ELF Chair Phil Taverner explains why Europe's transition to #CleanHeat is a #LungHealth and equity opportunity.
@europeanlung.bsky.socialπ« During #EUScreeningWeek, read our conversation with Anna AndraΕojΔ on 20 years of raising awareness of lung health, the importance of early detection and why lung health checks should be part of routine screening: https://europeanlung.org/en/news-and-blog/conversation-with-anna-andralojc/
@europeanlung.bsky.socialFalse health information can lead people to make decisions that can harm their health. Dr Maria Neira explains why reliable, clearly communicated science matters for everyone.
π’ Support our campaign to #DefendScience and #ProtectHealth: https://www.ersnet.org/advocacy/campaign-defend-science/
@europeanlung.bsky.socialHow healthy are your lungs?
A simple spirometry test can help identify problems and support better lung health.
π Find an #EUScreeningWeek event near you: https://europeanlung.org/en/get-involved/events/eu-screening-week-2026/
@europeanlung.bsky.socialπ Our annual Patient Organisation Networking Day showed why patient voices matter!
π₯ If you missed it, watch the recording now: https://europeanlung.org/en/news-and-blog/collaboration-in-action-at-elfs-patient-organisation-networking-day-2026/
@europeanlung.bsky.socialπ During #EUScreeningWeek, free lung health checks are taking place across Europe through #HealthyLungsForLife.
πJoin an event https://europeanlung.org/en/get-involved/events/eu-screening-week-2026/
π€ Thanks to our partners, including @vallhebron.com, @europeanrespsoc.bsky.social & more!
@europeanlung.bsky.socialπ£ On #WorldLungDay, we welcome a recent step forward for #LungHealth in Europe.
A @europarl.europa.eu report has highlighted the links between heart and lung health.
@europeanlung.bsky.socialπ On #WorldLungDay, we are celebrating action to support healthy lungs at every stage of life.
π Learn how #HealthyLungsForLife helped almost 300 people in Barcelona: https://europeanlung.org/healthy-lungs-for-life/healthy-lungs-for-life-brings-lung-health-checks-to-barcelona-public-event/
@europeanlung.bsky.socialπ£ Have your say in shaping ELF's future.
π Register now for our Annual Stakeholder Meeting 2026 and help influence our priorities, activities and budget: https://europeanlung.org/en/get-involved/events/annual-stakeholder-meeting-2026/
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15 October 2026
π 12:00-13:30 CEST
π» Online via Zoom
@europeanlung.bsky.socialπ Today is #WorldCarFreeDay.
As cities look to reduce car use, research presented at the launch of our #HealthyLungsForLife #BreatheCleanAir campaign.
@europeanlung.bsky.socialπ The latest Patient Organisation Round-up is here!
From clean air campaigns to lung cancer awareness, discover what patient organisations in our network have been working on.
π https://europeanlung.org/en/news-and-blog/patient-organisation-round-up-september-2026/
