In the summer months, some things require special attention for people with cystic fibrosis.
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The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation assembled a committee to evaluate research advances and revise guidelines for CF-associated liver disease.
Adjusting to life after my newly adopted son’s cystic fibrosis diagnosis has been challenging at times, but I will do all I can to support and advocate for him.
These guidelines were developed by consensus based on expert opinion and a medical literature review to provide evidence-based recommendations for chronic medication use for lung health maintenance.
Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis is a hypersensitivity lung disease that results from exposure to Aspergillus fumigatus and occurs primarily in people with asthma or with cystic fibrosis. These guidelines were developed via a consensus conference of experts in 2003.
To aid clinicians, patients, and families in the best use of modulators, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation sponsored the creation of guidelines to inform discussions and support decision-making.
These preschool guidelines provide clinical care guidelines for people with cystic fibrosis between 2 and 5 years. It includes 53 recommendations intended to help make informed decisions in the care of preschool-aged children with CF.
My son who has cystic fibrosis required extensive treatment as a toddler, which I believe had a traumatic effect on his mental health. With the help of therapy, I have helped him learn how to self-advocate and use coping strategies for his anxiety, starting when he was just 4 years old.
Although it's painful, my commitment to the military in Afghanistan will help me honor my commitment to keeping my son, Cohen -- and the rest of my kids -- healthy.
I love being outside during the summer, but I make sure I have plenty of fluids and sunscreen around. Here are my top five tips to stay active and healthy this summer.