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    Infection Research Initiative

    The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has committed at least $100 million from 2019-2023 to the Infection Research Initiative as part of a sweeping effort to address the chronic and intractable infections that are a hallmark of cystic fibrosis.

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    Infections

    People with cystic fibrosis are prone to infections because of the thick, sticky mucus that clogs their airways. The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is funding research to help fight these infections.

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    Antibiotics

    Antibiotics fight infections caused by bacteria. They should not be used to treat infections caused by viruses (such as the flu) or types of fungi, which include yeasts and molds.

  4. Watch the Vlog: 2 Sisters Talk Five Feet Apart

    By Bethany Kokoski & Mackenzie Kokoski March 5, 2019

    Watch our vlog to hear us discuss the upcoming film, Five Feet Apart.

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    Vascular Access Devices: PICCs and Ports

    Vascular access devices, or PICCS and ports, allow repeated and long-term access to the bloodstream for frequent or regular administration of drugs, like intravenous (IV) antibiotics.

  6. Updates From a School Nurse With Three Students With CF in One School

    By Rachel Jackson, RN March 23, 2017

    About a year and a half ago, I started preparing for three students with cystic fibrosis at the school where I work as a school nurse. Here’s an update on how things have been going.

  7. The Right Way to Stick Your Wife With a Needle

    By Peter Frey January 19, 2016

    Learning to help my wife access her port is part of our shared journey with CF. Check out our video for some tips and tricks we’ve learned along the way.

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    Recall of Probiotic ABC Dophilus Powder Due to Mold Contamination

    December 4, 2014

    Solgar Inc. has voluntarily recalled select lots of ABC Dophilus Powder®, a dietary supplement sold as a probiotic for infants and young children. The recall is due to contamination with the mold Rhizopus oryzae, which may cause a potentially fatal fungal infection known as gastrointestinal mucormycosis. 

  9. Please, Please Get a Flu Shot

    By Lisa Adeleke October 20, 2016

    Want to know why getting a flu shot is so important? I ignored my early flu symptoms, which ended up spoiling the holidays and leading to an exacerbation.