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.
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The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation offers a broad range of funding opportunities to support academic and industry investigators to pursue research on topics relevant to cystic fibrosis. Each application undergoes a rigorous scientific review process before funding is allocated.
Members of the council lend their voices to convey the hopes, needs, and aspirations of the CF adult community.
The CF community supported me so much during my two double-lung transplants, so I’m eager and excited to give back. One of the ways I got involved was by becoming a mentor, which is how I formed an incredible bond with my friend, Brittani.
At this age, your child with cystic fibrosis is ready to transition from breast milk or formula to whole milk or a high-calorie supplement. Encourage independent eating. Create a consistent schedule and mealtime expectations.
La Fundación de Fibrosis Quística está buscando una cura para cada persona con FQ. No descansaremos hasta encontrarla. Mientras tanto, le ofrecemos apoyo y información para ayudarle a vivir lo mejor posible.
This program is intended to facilitate research that will contribute to the development of new therapies or therapeutic strategies to treat cystic fibrosis with an emphasis on advancing CFTR gene repair and replacement approaches.