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The CF Community Blog is written by the community, for the community. It's about sharing our experiences, reflections, and perspectives — the good days, the bad days, and all the tough and wonderful things in between. With topics ranging from emotional health to treatments, the blog is a platform to share your unique story.

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Rebecca standing in a decorative fountain while traveling abroad, holding her arms out and smiling

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Tips For Traveling Abroad With CF

After traveling to over 20 countries, I’ve learned that cystic fibrosis doesn’t have to hold me back from experiencing life abroad. Here are some tips for traveling with CF.

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| 8 min read
James laying on the couch with his dog

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Coming Full Circle: Becoming a Genomics Scientist with CF

I have always been very interested in science, eventually leading to my career as a genomic scientist. My curiosity helped me cope with the uncertainties of cystic fibrosis, leading me to many academic, professional, and personal opportunities that gave me a more expansive view of how my different roles and identities can build upon one another. 

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| 10 min read
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How CF Influenced My Career

I had a number of professional aspirations while growing up, but cystic fibrosis caused me to play it safe. Looking back, I wonder how my life would have been different if I didn’t let CF limit me. 

Frederick Merz taking a selfie in front of the Okayama Castle
| 6 min read
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Managing My Mental Health as a Teen With CF

Spending so much of my childhood in and out of the hospital and doing CF treatments was already enough to deal with, so it felt easier to keep my mental health challenges hidden. However, speaking up about my feelings helped me learn that caring for my mental health is as important as taking care of my physical health. 

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| 4 min read
Steph Hansen smiling and walking down a cobblestone road

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My Journey With Nonsense Mutations

Back in 2015, my genetic sequencing revealed one nonsense mutation. But recently, I learned I have another nonsense mutation that may not have been identified when my genes were first sequenced. As more mutation-dependent therapies are developed, it’s crucial that people with CF have accurate information so they can make informed decisions.

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| 6 min read
Ashley wearing a Directors t-shirt and instructing an actor on the set of a film

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How It Feels to See CF on Screen

Seeing cystic fibrosis portrayed in film and on TV is a mixed bag, and often my disease is overly dramatized to get more views. But I still think there’s value in making people more aware of CF.

Ashley Wilson
| 5 min read