I was not emotionally prepared the first time I saw my daughter in her vest. But now, I am thankful to have this device as a part of our daily routine to keep her lungs healthy.
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The cystic fibrosis care model is evolving to support people living longer with CF and their increasingly diverse health needs. Catalyzed by the approval of Trikafta® and the COVID-19 pandemic, this adaptive and personalized care model encompasses novel ways to connect clinicians and patients.
Living with CF means I quickly became familiar with the patient side of the health care field. My experiences in the hospital have motivated me to become the kind of nurse that listens to and advocates for their patients.
In a letter to California's Assembly Committee on Health, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation expressed its support for AB 2180, which, if passed, would require insurers to apply third-party assistance to out-of-pocket maximums and other patient cost-sharing requirements, as well as require covered benefits to be considered essential health benefits.