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BREATH project multiplier event

Place
Klaipeda, Lithuania
Date
2025-08-25
Programme
The multiplier event of the BREATH project at Klaipeda University gathered 40 participants, representing higher education institutions, healthcare organizations, rehabilitation centers, patient associations, and local policymakers. The event aimed to present the project’s key results and to foster dialogue between academic, clinical, and community stakeholders on promoting physical activity for individuals with chronic respiratory conditions. Participants included lecturers and researchers in health sciences, physiotherapists, pulmonary rehabilitation specialists, medical and nursing students, as well as representatives of regional health authorities and NGOs active in public health promotion. This diverse audience provided a valuable opportunity for interdisciplinary exchange and reflection on the applicability of the BREATH project outcomes in real healthcare settings. The event’s program was structured around the main project deliverables. It began with an introduction to the BREATH partnership and its objectives, emphasizing the importance of European collaboration in addressing chronic respiratory disease management. The subsequent sessions showcased the project’s intellectual outputs: (1) the comparative report on national and local contexts related to respiratory rehabilitation; (2) the online database of good practices; (3) the e-learning platform designed for healthcare professionals and educators; and (4) the book “BREATH: Interdisciplinary Approaches and Strategies in Chronic Respiratory Disease Management.” Each output was presented by a partner representative, supported by visuals and practical examples. Interactive sessions encouraged participants to explore the e-learning modules and discuss ways to integrate them into professional training and continuous education. A stakeholder roundtable followed, addressing the sustainability and transferability of the project’s results within Lithuanian healthcare and academic frameworks. Participants expressed particular interest in the online learning environment and the collection of best practices as tools to strengthen physical activity promotion and patient education. The event concluded with reflections on the project’s added value for improving interdisciplinary collaboration and enhancing patient-centered care in chronic disease management. Participants agreed that the BREATH project provides a solid foundation for further cooperation between universities and healthcare providers and represents a meaningful step toward more integrated, prevention-oriented rehabilitation practices.