The risk for colorectal cancer in adults with cystic fibrosis is 5–10 times greater than the general population, and even higher for people with CF who receive a lung or other solid organ transplant. Find out how early screening can help reduce your risk.
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Las siguientes preguntas y respuestas abordan inquietudes de la comunidad sobre el COVID-19 y la escuela.
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation supports universal masking in school to protect people with CF and other health conditions against COVID-19.
Encuentra respuestas a preguntas sobre la pandemia del COVID-19 mientras vives con fibrosis quística.
Because of the COVID-19 outbreak, millions of Americans, including those living with cystic fibrosis and their families, are facing tough decisions around employment. The issue of paid leave and its eligibility is emerging as a top concern for people with CF and working members of their family.
Although adults with cystic fibrosis are at a significantly higher risk of developing colorectal cancer than the general population, colonoscopy screening is an effective way to prevent and treat colorectal cancer by helping to detect and remove polyps. People with CF should be screened starting at age 40 (or 30 for those who have had a transplant). Find out how early screening can help reduce the risk.
On Thursday, January 14 at 7 p.m. ET the CF Foundation will host a live town hall where top questions about the COVID-19 vaccines will be answered by a panel of experts. Register here.
FDA issues emergency use authorization for a third COVID-19 vaccine.
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has arranged for over 10,000 home spirometers to be provided to care centers to support continued access to high quality, comprehensive care during the COVID-19 pandemic.