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Luísa Soares Branco Award seeks innovative projects to improve care for respiratory patientsPhoto by cipriancatalinbudau on Pexels
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Luísa Soares Branco Award seeks innovative projects to improve care for respiratory patients

Notícias de Coimbra7 September 2026 at 21:46

Applications are open until September 30 for the 4th edition of the Luísa Soares Branco Award, an initiative by RESPIRA. The award seeks innovative projects that aim to improve care for respiratory patients. This edition maintains the objective of recognizing and supporting initiatives that contribute to the quality of life of these patients. Those interested can submit their applications within the established deadline.

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