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About the CF Foundation | North American CF Conference | Care Centers CF Care Centers Recognized for Commitment to Excellence

Nine cystic fibrosis care centers were awarded the 2013 - 2014 Cystic Fibrosis Quality Care Award for outstanding service to people with CF and their families at the 28th annual North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference in Atlanta.

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About the CF Foundation | North American CF Conference CF Foundation Honors Four for Work on Hypertonic Saline

The recipients of this year's Richard C. Talamo Distinguished Clinical Achievement Award, presented at the 2014 North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference, represent a successful collaboration between researchers and clinicians to bring about a significant advance in CF care and treatment. The award is one of the highest honors given by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

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About the CF Foundation | Fundraising New York Giants' Josh Brown Invites Fans to 'help kick CF'

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation would like to thank New York Giants placekicker Josh Brown and Tommy Bahama for their efforts in supporting the search for a cure for cystic fibrosis.

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About the CF Foundation | North American CF Conference First Day of North American CF Conference Highlights Progress Since Discovery of CF Gene

More than 4,000 cystic fibrosis researchers and caregivers marked the 25th anniversary of the discovery of the CF gene at the 28th annual North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference (NACFC) in Atlanta. Attendees shared information on the latest in CF research and discussed the remarkable progress in treating the disease since that historic milestone.

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About the CF Foundation | North American CF Conference World’s Largest Cystic Fibrosis Medical Conference Kicks Off in Atlanta

In the largest forum of its kind, more than 4,000 doctors, scientists and caregivers from around the world are meeting today in Atlanta for the 28th annual North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference (NACFC).

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About the CF Foundation | Public Policy | Insurance Insurance Coverage Remains a Top Concern for People with Cystic Fibrosis

Lack of insurance coverage for cystic fibrosis-related medications remains a top concern for people with CF and their families, a recent study found.

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About the CF Foundation OneRepublic Features Teen with Cystic Fibrosis in New Music Video

The American pop band OneRepublic, known for chart-topping hits such as “Apologize” and “Counting Stars” joined the search for a cure today with the release of the music video for their hit song, “I Lived.”

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About the CF Foundation | Public Policy | Research Physician Highlights Needs of People with CF in Congressional Roundtable

Dr. Frank Accurso, director of cystic fibrosis clinical research at Children's Hospital Colorado and University of Colorado Denver, participated in a congressional roundtable discussion at National Jewish Health in Denver, Colorado.

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