As co-chair of ResearchCon, I had the opportunity to work with other members of the cystic fibrosis community to help set the agenda for a virtual research conference on CF infections. The event left me in awe of the scientists and the work being done around the world to fight this disease.
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When the news of the Trikafta™ approval came out, I was simultaneously excited for people with CF that would benefit and disappointed that another new medicine is passing me by. But, hearing about the next wave of research into a cure for ALL people with CF has me looking forward to the future.
Recipients include five innovative programs from around the country that empower the CF community.
Ray Poole and Julie Riedy to lead efforts in Washington, D.C., for volunteer conference, Until CF Stands for Cure Found.
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation presented five outstanding members of the CF community with awards at the 2019 Volunteer Leadership Conference. These included the Tomorrow's Leader Award, the Jena Award, the Alex Award, and the Dream Big Award.
To support a pair of colleagues' adoption of a baby boy, Christian, Merrill/Bank of America has raised more than $32,000 through their matching gifts program.
Recipients include four programs from around the country that engage and empower the CF community.
Poner atención a la diversidad de voces es fundamental a medida que continuamos con nuestra meta de escuchar, aprender y actuar contra el racismo y la discriminación.
I've found an airway clearance routine that works for me by relying on knowledge of my body and breath control, combining conventional airway clearance with yoga breathing techniques.
When I first learned that my two sons had cystic fibrosis nearly 20 years ago, I barely understood the disease, let alone how to fight back. After contacting the Foundation, I learned just how easy it was to make my voice heard through volunteering.