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European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 17h

📢 Tobacco use remains one of the leading causes of early death in Europe. That’s why ELF and @europeanrespsoc.bsky.social are calling for EU Member States to support the proposed reforms to the Tobacco Taxation Directive tomorrow. 🚬

Read the joint statement: www.ersnet.org/news-and-fea...

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European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 17h

💙Patients and professionals were panelists for the studio session “Bridging the communication gap” at the 2025 ERS Congress. They explore the importance of “empathy, education, and shared decision-making" in lung healthcare.

Read the new AJMC article on the session: www.ajmc.com/view/ers-rec...

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European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 2d

🌍 ELF is inviting applications for the Chair 2026–2029.

Are you someone with lived experience of a lung condition and a passion for advocacy, education and patient involvement?

Apply by 1 Nov 2025 ➡️ europeanlung.org/en/news-and-...

European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 2d

💻 Free ELF Aspergillosis Patient Conference on 29 November!

Hear patient stories, join expert discussions and learn practical tips for managing aspergillosis.

Register here: europeanlung.org/en/get-invol...

#Aspergillosis #PatientVoices #LungHealth

European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 3d

️There is still time to register for our Annual Stakeholder Meeting, which will take place on 16 October.

Join us for the chance to:

💙Review our Annual Report
💙Share your feedback on ERS Congress
💙Help us shape our strategy for the year ahead

Register here: europeanlung.org/en/get-invol...

European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 8d

As #ERSCongress comes to an end, we want to say a huge thank you to all our patient speakers 💙

From the new studio sessions to Patient Organisation Networking Day, our network of patient reps goes above and beyond to advocate for better lung care, and we could not be prouder!

European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 8d

Bridging the communication gap: patients and professionals discuss ways to improve clinic interactions 💙 #PatientVoices #LungHealth

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European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 9d

Final day at #ERSCongress2025 🌬️

For those joining us today, you can enjoy our interactive workshops on prevention, communication and co-design in respiratory research. #PatientCentred #HealthyLungsForLife

Learn more: europeanlung.org/en/news-and-...

European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 9d

💙Today we had the last of our Patient Organisation presentations in the World Village Auditorium!

It was a great turn out and chance for orgs to network and share ideas. Thank you to all that got involved! 💛

#ERSCongress #PatientRepresentation

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Dia SWS @dsuewahs.bsky.social · 9d

Extremely impactful #patient testimonials on neonatal respiratory diseases #ERSCongress @europeanlung.bsky.social

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European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 9d

The #TakeTheActiveOption fun run/walk was a sell-out success 🎉 @europeanrespsoc.bsky.social

📸 The event photos are now live! Download your favourites and share them with your networks (tag us @europeanlung.bsky.social)

👉 europeanlung.org/en/get-invol...
#HealthyLungsForLife

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European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 9d

The ELF Patient Advisory Committee came together here in Amsterdam during #ERSCongress!

Our committee is a driving force of ELF’s mission and consists of various European respiratory patient orgs. Representing different lung conditions, they ensure a united voice and equal representation. 💙

European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 9d

What an energising start to the day at #ERSCongress with #TakeTheActiveOption! 🏃‍♀️🏃

Huge thanks to all who joined our walk and run through Beatrixpark. It was a wonderful way to get moving and support #HealthyLungsForLife. 🌿💙

Learn more about the campaign and donate here: healthylungsforlife.org

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European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 9d

💙 Patient-centred sessions underway: exploring family caregiving, transition care, and holistic self-management for patients worldwide. #PatientCentred #LungHealth

European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 10d

A new lay guideline on managing bronchiectasis in adults has been launched today at #ERSCongress2025 and is now available to help patients, carers and the public access clear and reliable information.

👉 europeanlung.org/en/informati...

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European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 10d

☕ Join us for ELF’s ‘Social Hour’ 15:00–16:00 in the World Village #ERSCongress

Todays focus is #GlobalVoices!🌍 Meet patient reps from across Europe and learn more about the campaign, which was featured in an ERS session today:
europeanlung.org/en/people-an...

@europeanrespsoc.bsky.social

European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 10d

The patient-centered studio sessions at #ERSCongress have been a huge success!

So far, we have heard from patients and professionals about inequality in pulmonary rehabilitation, and global access to mental health support.

Don’t miss the remaining sessions: europeanlung.org/en/news-and-...

European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 10d

This morning at #ERSCongress2025, patient organisations from around the world gathered in the World Village Auditorium to share more about their work and activities. 🌍

Make sure you join us tomorrow at 14:00 for more wonderful presentations!

#ERSCongress @europeanrespsoc.bsky.social

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European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 11d

🚨 Take the Active Option bibs and t-shirt for tomorrow's run/walk will be available from the #HealthyLungsforLife stand at 12:00 today 🏃 #ERSCongress @europeanrespsoc.bsky.social

Only 30 spaces left for this year's event! To learn more and register visit europeanlung.org/en/get-invol...

Take The Active Option at ERS Congress 2025 - European Lung Foundation

Join us as we ‘Take the Active Option’ at Congress and take part in a 5km run or 2.5km walk to raise money for the Healthy Lungs for Life campaign!

europeanlung.org

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European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 11d

🌬️ That is a wrap for the Healthy Lungs for Life at #ERSCongress

Nearly 300 lungs tested at RAI Amsterdam where visitors learned how small changes can make a big difference for lung health.

Thanks to everyone who joined us! 🙌

#HealthyLungsForLife #LungHealth @europeanrespsoc.bsky.social

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European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 11d

Meet our ELF Abstract award winners! 🏅

Tugce Karamustafalioglu, Mattia Nigro and Ali Dehghani received their awards in today's ELF social hours. This award recognises and commends the work of researchers.

Learn more about the awards: europeanlung.org/en/news-and-...

#ERSCongress

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European Respiratory Society @europeanrespsoc.bsky.social · 11d

🫁 Healthy Lungs for Life is providing free spirometry testing outside the #ERSCongress today (28 Sept) until 18:00 CEST!

We encourage delegates to visit the event & observe the ways that direct community engagement helps to build public support for policy change.

@europeanlung.bsky.social

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European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 11d

Calling all #ERSCongress attendees!

Pop by the ELF stand today for our ‘Social Hour’ from 15:00–16:00 💙 Meet the team and patient reps for coffee and conversation. @europeanrespsoc.bsky.social

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European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 11d

The first patient-centered studio session at #ERSCongress! 💙

Co-chaired by patient representatives Helen Parks and Steve Jones, this busy session explored why many patients struggle to access pulmonary rehabilitation globally.

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European Lung Foundation @europeanlung.bsky.social · 11d

🌬️ The #HealthyLungsforLife public event is here outside the RAI Amsterdam! We have free lung tests, tips to protect your lungs and great weather 💙 Everyone welcome!

Thanks to this morning's speakers who opened this great event @europeanrespsoc.bsky.social #ERSCongress