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  1. What I Learned About Treating NTM at NACFC

    By Meagan Helmick December 10, 2020

    Even though I haven’t cultured for nontuberculous mycobacteria, I was excited to learn more about the treatment for the bacteria in people with cystic fibrosis during the virtual session at the North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference.

  2. 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.

  3. How Scientists Are Going to Tackle a Genetic-Based Therapy for CF

    By Preston Hinkle October 21, 2020

    I used to think that genetic-based treatments for cystic fibrosis were mostly theoretical. After watching the first plenary for the North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference, I now know that scientists have a concrete understanding of the work that needs to be done and realistic plans for how to accomplish it.

  4. Experts at NACFC Gave Me Facts About COVID-19 -- and Peace of Mind

    By Adriane De Moerloose December 22, 2020

    COVID-19 presented all of us with a great deal of uncertainty. Fortunately, several sessions at the North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference helped provide some data -- and some relief.

  5. CF Care Moves to Focus on Gastrointestinal Issues

    By Cade Hovater October 23, 2020

    Gastrointestinal issues cause serious health and quality-of-life problems for people with cystic fibrosis. That’s why it was good to learn about the GI-focused research and care being done.