I used the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Patient Registry Annual Data Report to ask my care teams questions to more effectively manage my CF. You can, too.
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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.
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.
The latest trends in the health of people with cystic fibrosis who participate in the Patient Registry have been published in the 2017 Patient Registry Highlights Report.
As the parent of children with cystic fibrosis, it can be challenging to know where to turn when they experience unfamiliar health issues. Here are six things I've learned from working with our CF care team and our pediatrician to keep my kids healthy.
Growing up with cystic fibrosis, my parents always encouraged me to take responsibility and be open and honest about my disease. That's why my number one piece of advice for parents of kids with CF is to entrust your child with small bits of responsibility at an early age so that they can take care of themselves down the road.
Members of the cystic fibrosis community can have an even greater say in research when they vote for the Insight CF questions they most want answered. Readers have until June 21 to vote.