Every year, hundreds of thousands of people raise millions of dollars for Great Strides -- the CF Foundation's largest national fundraising event. But did you know that the staff of the national office in Bethesda, Md., form their own department teams and also raise money alongside the CF community?
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My life milestones wouldn't have been possible without the drive and dedication of the generous people who donate to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Meb Keflezighi, one of the world's best runners, joined Lee University and ran in the 65 Roses 5K in Cleveland, Tenn. to support the fight against cystic fibrosis. Lee University was thrilled to welcome him as part of its longstanding tradition of raising funds in support of the CF Foundation's mission.
I started “striding” in 2011 and have made it a goal to participate every year. Here are the top five reasons why I stride and think others should too:
Paul participates in Great Strides, advocates on the Hill and has even launched a CF fundraiser. Oh, and he's only 18.
Today, I no longer feel tied to a hospital bed and a grim diagnosis, and I have you to thank.
This year our CF Foundation employee Great Strides team adopted a “Star Wars” theme and, believe me, we went all out to make the experience extra special and out of this world. See for yourself!
Having CF has always involved doing things nobody else around us is doing because, well, we have to — and COVID-19 won’t be any different. As a post-transplant CF patient who happens to be a practicing pharmacist, I am writing about the tools we now have in a world of limited universal restrictions and precautions.
The following questions and answers address concerns from the community about COVID-19 and school.
I’ve had to make many changes in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to protect my health. Not all the changes were welcome, but now that I’ve adjusted, I’m enjoying my new normal.