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The Pulmonary Education and Research Foundation was a 501(c)(3)Foundation that operated between 1984 and 2022. The Foundation passed the torch to The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation, a 501(c)(3)non-profit organization, which continues PERF’s mission to improve the outlook for individuals suffering with chronic breathing difficulties or exercise intolerance. Read more about the work of the Respiratory Research Center at the Lundquist Institute. Or sign up to become a Friend of the Lundquist and hear about lectures, community events, social gatherings or arrange a behind-the-scenes tour.

56.2% of people with COPD reported that shortness of breath affected their quality of life

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The Pulmonary Education and Research Foundation (PERF) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that was formed from a passion to improve the outlook for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), through research into pulmonary rehabilitation and other patient-centered therapies. Over time, this purpose has adapted to include other diseases where shortness-of-breath and exercise intolerance are hallmark symptoms.

PERF publishes a free blog, and responds to reader’s questions and concerns, for those who experience breathing difficulties or exercise limitations.

For more information visit us on the web at https://perf2ndwind.org/.