Hear how frequent flier Stacy Motenko keeps herself organized as she turns traveling with CF into a manageable affair.
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I grew up on a farm in the countryside in Sweden. My younger brother also has cystic fibrosis, so money was always a little tight in my family, due to the costs of treatments. My classmates would often brag about places they had been on their vacation, England, Stockholm, Greece, and I was very envious.
Planning a last-minute vacation before the end of the summer? We’ve got you covered! All week long we’ll be sharing tips, advice and personal stories on traveling with CF.
A cystic fibrosis diagnosis must not disqualify an individual from life-saving care.
After starting on Trikafta®, I finally became able to travel without getting an immediate exacerbation when I returned home. Now, I am relishing the opportunity to travel abroad, while taking every precaution necessary to protect myself from the pandemic.
Raising three kids in daycare often involves runny noses and mystery stains. As a mom with CF, I’ve figured out how to balance our daily lives with keeping me healthy and daycare-germ free.
My experience traveling with cystic fibrosis has taught me that a chronic illness should never slow you down. It may require extra planning and packing, but it’s worth it and definitely doable.
Managing cystic fibrosis can feel overwhelming at times — but we’re here to help. Learn how to navigate life with CF.