If your child has cystic fibrosis, chances are you have some concerns about school fitness activities like physical education classes or school sports teams. Even though some people with CF have trouble breathing and tire easily, exercise can be especially important.
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The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation today mourns the passing of legendary sports journalist Frank Deford, whose young daughter Alex lost her fight to CF in 1980, and who served as chair of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's Board of Trustees from 1982-1999.
When there is more than one person with CF in your school, it is essential that they be kept a minimum of 6 feet (2 meters) apart from each other. Germs can spread as far as 6 feet through droplets released in the air when people cough or sneeze.
As a mother of three sons with cystic fibrosis, Mary along with her husband, Harry, was determined to do all she could to find a cure.
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The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation mourns the passing of long-standing CF community champion and philanthropic leader who helped to raise more than $500 million toward the CF cause.
As children with cystic fibrosis transition toward greater independence at school and at home, they will also take greater responsibility in managing their disease.