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Improving access and prevention services regarding idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and broncho-pulmonary cancer for 500 people from vulnerable communities, from the counties of Bucharest-Ilfov, Prahova, Giurgiu, Dâmbovița, Călăraşi, Slobozia.The specific objectives of the project are:1) Facilitating the access of people from the category of vulnerable groups to medical services for the detection of pulmonary fibrosis and broncho-pulmonary cancer2) Increase by 50% the skills and knowledge of the medical staff regarding the identification of signs and symptoms in order to detect idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and broncho-pulmonary cancer.3) Awareness of citizens in general and vulnerable groups in particular, regarding the medical assistance provided within the project as well as the visibility of the support of Ireland, Lichtenstein and Norway to address challenges in public health 2. Expected results:a) 500 people consulted, 500 risk charts carried out, Medical register developed for the target group, 200 people identified with pulmonary anomalies that required additional investigationsb) 200 people investigated through specialized consultation, 120 LDCT or Rx investigations, 50 people with microbiological examination for BK (tuberculosis test)c) Medical training of 30 family doctors on signs, symptoms, diagnosis and management of patients with lung diseases.e) Web and FB page, electronic and printed promotional materials3. Project activities:A.1. Project managementA.2. Identification and selection of people suspected of the disease as well as those at risk, based on specific symptoms or the riskogramA.3. Diagnosis of patients with possible lung abnormalitiesA.4. Assistance in accessing treatment servicesA.5. Medical training programs for family doctors on signs, symptoms, diagnosis and management of patients with lung diseasesA.6. Project and Program visibility and promotion campaign