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Raising an Adult (in Training)

By Jamie Roney September 30, 2020

I want my daughter to be prepared for the world when she grows up, and that includes taking charge of her CF. She is only 4 years old, but it’s never too early to get her ready to take on her CF care by herself.

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  1. Plenary 2: Studying the Impact of Trikafta

    By Mara Cray October 22, 2020

    As I listened to the second plenary for this year’s North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference, I couldn’t help but think of my own experience with CFTR modulators and the positive effects that they have had on my health.

  2. This Year, Join March on the Hill Virtually!

    By Mara Cray March 8, 2018

    For people with cystic fibrosis, our story is the most powerful tool we have to stand up for ourselves and fight for our needs. Although I can’t always be there to share my story with legislators in person, I’ll be joining many others from the CF community for our first March on the Hill Online Day of Action to make my voice heard.

  3. My Most Embarrassing Mucus Moment

    By Mara Cray September 19, 2017

    It’s not a crime to projectile cough, but sometimes it feels like it is.

  4. Dealing With Awkward CF Situations

    By Mara Cray August 11, 2017

    Although having cystic fibrosis can lead to awkward situations, dealing with it with humor and grace has helped me put them in perspective.

  5. Taking on the Beloved British Tradition: the Gap Year

    By Mara Cray March 22, 2016

    Last August, I watched all of my friends head off to school and all of a sudden I was the only one left still living at home. I hadn't even graduated high school, but I was getting to experience the time-honored and popular British tradition of a taking a gap year.

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  6. Mara Goes to Washington

    By Mara Cray December 17, 2015

    Last week I travelled to D.C. to serve on a panel discussing the recent developments in precision medicine. I’ve got to say, it was pretty neat.
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