The "65 Roses" story dates back to 1965 when an observant 4-year-old, hearing the name of his disease for the first time, pronounced cystic fibrosis as "65 Roses." Today, "65 Roses" is a term often used by young children with cystic fibrosis to pronounce the name of their disease.
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As children with cystic fibrosis transition toward greater independence at school and at home, they will also take greater responsibility in managing their disease.
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The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is a people-centered organization that offers a unifying mission that guides our work, generous benefits, and rewarding career opportunities across multiple disciplines.
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Scientists around the world agree that global innovation is needed to address the shortage of effective antibiotics. Our Infection Research Initiative supports much-needed research and development, but new policies are needed to promote a sustainable, robust antibiotics pipeline and a marketplace that rewards innovation.
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Every May, the cystic fibrosis community comes together for CF Awareness Month. The theme of this year’s CF Awareness Month is, “Resilient.” The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has shareable resources to help you tell your story on social media this month and any time of year — no matter what your connection to CF is.