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ERN-LUNG Academy

The ERN-LUNG Academy is a curriculum for medical staff at any stage of their career, who wishes to get a proof of knowledge on rare respiratory diseases. It consists of Webinars and eCases, but also includes on-site training in ERN-LUNG Centers. We call for applications from participants of EU-member States from September to November each year. Classes start in January. If you wish to apply for next yearโ€™s class, please send a letter of motivation to info@ern-lung.eu

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ERN-LUNG Online advance system

The EXpert Advisory BOard (EXABO) is a pan-European internet platform, which has been developed in the context of ERN-LUNG in liaison with the Medical Informatics Group of University Hospital Frankfurt, to answer questions on all aspects of rare respiratory diseases. The platform is primarily aimed at patients and care team members but is openly accessible by anyone who wants to ask a related question.

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European Commission Report Highlights Crucial Role of ERNs in Cross-Border Healthcare

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Published on May 21, 2026, the European Commissionโ€™s 2024 cross-border healthcare report and factsheet analyze patient mobility trends linked to European Reference Networks (ERNs). The findings indicate that while patients generally visit neighboring nations for scheduled treatments, they travel further for highly specialized care. This directly mirrors the ERN mission to deliver cross-border expertise for rare diseases. Ultimately, the report emphasizes that cross-border healthcare is vital for rare disease patients who lack specialized local treatment options.

Access the Full Report & Factsheet – Cross Border Healthcare 2024

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