Joint Action on REspiratory Diseases

The JARED project, spearheaded by Prof. Dr. Ildiko Horvath from the National Koranyi Institute of Pulmonology, Hungary is designed to significantly mitigate the impact of chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs) within Europe. It uniquely combines innovative digital health technologies, improved access to diagnostic tools, and enhanced health literacy efforts to effectively address and manage CRDs. This initiative is grounded in a collaborative approach, engaging a wide array of healthcare stakeholders to promote preventive strategies and reduce the overall burden and mortality rates associated with these diseases. By focusing on the integration of environmental and lifestyle factors, the project aims to offer a holistic solution to CRDs. Additionally, the JARED project prioritizes inclusivity, ensuring that vulnerable populations receive significant attention throughout its implementation. The strategic use of digital health solutions is anticipated to revolutionize treatment approaches, leading to better health outcomes for individuals affected by CRDs across Europe.
The JARED project is poised to deliver significant impacts across the short, medium, and long term. In the immediate future, it will establish robust evaluation frameworks, enhance CRD management knowledge through educational materials, and initiate key stakeholder engagements. Mid-term, it expects to bolster healthcare capacities for CRD, influence public health policies through evidence-based recommendations, and expand public health interventions. Over the long haul, JARED aims for a sustained decrease in CRD prevalence, marked improvements in patient quality of life, and the integration of its findings into enduring health policies and practices. This comprehensive strategy targets not only the immediate alleviation of CRD burdens but also the systemic transformation of healthcare approaches and policy frameworks for chronic respiratory diseases.