Milestone M22 Achieved – Completion of survey on health literacy in older people with CRDs

Let’s celebrate together: the JARED project has just reached Milestone MS22, a significant step in its mission to combat chronic respiratory diseases across Europe!

We are strengthening respiratory health — one step at a time.

JARED’s Coordination Team is pleased to announce the successful achievement of MS22 within WP7, marking the completion of a survey on health literacy among older people living with chronic respiratory diseases.

This milestone represents an important step towards understanding how patients access, understand, and use health information in the management of chronic respiratory conditions. It also explores how older adults engage with digital health tools and telemedicine services, which are becoming increasingly important components of modern healthcare.

The survey focused on older people with COPD, including individuals living in geographically disadvantaged areas. By examining both health literacy and digital health literacy, the study aims to identify barriers that may affect treatment adherence, self-management, and quality of life.

Preliminary findings highlight that many participants face challenges in navigating health information and making use of digital resources. At the same time, the results suggest that digital health solutions may be accepted by at least part of the target population when accompanied by appropriate support, guidance, and accessible tools.

The milestone also reinforces the importance of developing patient-centred educational interventions tailored to the needs of vulnerable groups. Improving health literacy can help empower patients to make informed decisions, better manage their condition, and actively participate in their care.

Milestone 22 demonstrates that strengthening respiratory health is not only about clinical innovation, but also about ensuring that people have the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to manage their health effectively. Through this work, JARED continues to support more equitable, accessible, and patient-centred respiratory care across Europe.

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