CF Community Blog

Tiffany Rich

Adult with CF

Learn more about Tiffany Rich

  1. Adjusting to Life With CFRD

    By Tiffany Rich August 10, 2021

    Being diagnosed with cystic fibrosis-related diabetes shortly after a lung transplant was difficult. But, working with my doctor helped me create a strategy to make it easier.

  2. No-Stress Travel Tips for People With CF

    By Tiffany Rich May 1, 2018

    If you have cystic fibrosis, don’t waste your strength on the travel leg of your vacation. Save your energy for the fun stuff by asking for help when you need it.

  3. The Journey to My First "Lung-iversary"

    By Tiffany Rich January 22, 2018

    Because of the gift of one selfless donor, I am celebrating my first year with my new lungs. Even though I spent more than two and a half years on the double-lung transplant list and had a rough year after transplant, breathing easy has made it all worth it.

  4. 3 Tips for Combatting Aches, Pains, and Posture With CF

    By Tiffany Rich September 21, 2017

    Before my double lung transplant, I experienced major body aches and poor posture due to my cystic fibrosis. Here are some of the ways I found to help combat this and ease some of my pain.

    Topics:

About Tiffany Rich

Tiffany was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at birth in 1989. She received a double-lung transplant in November 2016, and has since been recovering and enjoying her second chance at life. A California native, Tiffany enjoys makeup, anything Disney-related, Taylor Swift, and helping the CF community through her YouTube channel LUNGS4TIFF and joint Instagram account @SaltyCysters. Tiffany credits her amazing support system for helping her maintain a positive attitude throughout her struggles with CF, and is very grateful for the life she lives.

This site contains general information about cystic fibrosis, as well as personal insight from the CF community. Opinions and experiences shared by members of our community, including but not limited to people with CF and their families, belong solely to the blog post author and do not represent those of  the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, unless explicitly stated. In addition, the site is not intended as a substitute for treatment advice from a medical professional. Consult your doctor before making any changes to your treatment.