Here's a snapshot of six works we're spotlighting from members of the CF community. Whether they shared their story through writing or through song, their work has been shaped by their experiences of living with CF.
Site Search
My partner, Jan, was a CF fighter for 50 years. She lived an amazing life and celebrated her lung transplant to the fullest. She passed away a few months ago and I'm honored to keep her fight against CF going strong.
Living with cystic fibrosis, I owe gratitude to the friends, family, and care team members who love me, support me, and make my life easier. Join me in letting those who support you know how much you appreciate them.
Even though nobody close to me had cystic fibrosis, I decided to try to make a difference in the lives of people with CF.
After I was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at the age of 21, I was eventually able to find a way to involve myself in the CF community by doing something I loved -- golfing. Along the way, I met some incredible people who showed me the importance of chasing the moment.
CF Knocked the Shyness Out of Me
Although I was disappointed that the Volunteer Leadership Conference was transformed into a virtual event this year, I know that this was the best decision to keep the cystic fibrosis community safe during the coronavirus outbreak.
We're spotlighting five programs the CF community can join from the comfort of their own homes. From singing lessons to exercise programs, you can stay physically and mentally active and connect with others while physically distancing.
We're spotlighting two authors who have written books based on their experiences with cystic fibrosis. Learn what the experience of writing them has meant for them, and what they hope their readers will get from reading their stories.
Everyone with cystic fibrosis faces the fear that their next infection could be the one that doesn't respond to treatments. Chronic infections eventually led to my sister's death. After seeing what she went through, it became clear to me that we have an immediate need for better anti-infectives.