I’ve learned over the years to speak up and ask questions when it comes to my cystic fibrosis care.
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After my son was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, I knew I wanted to do more to fight for a cure. That's when I decided to start Charleston Mom Prom, a Passion Fundraising event that has raised thousands of dollars for CF, while allowing us moms to have a night on the town.
Although my wife, Wendy, passed away eight years ago, I continue to raise funds for cystic fibrosis to keep her memory alive.
I dreaded transitioning from my pediatric care center to my adult care center. I was stubborn and knew that I did not want to go. I thought I knew best, that is, until one phone call changed my entire perspective.
Our dream for our daughter, Eden, is the same one that parents have for their kids who don't have cystic fibrosis. We want her to be happy and realize her true potential.
The night of our first cystic fibrosis-related fundraising gala was memorable in more ways than one. Thanks to new friendships, I got the chance to honor my daughter with CF in a special way.
Living with cystic fibrosis means you have to handle complicated logistics, like filling prescriptions, working with insurance companies, and scheduling appointments. Taking over these responsibilities from my mom was an adjustment, but I came up with a few tips to make the process much easier for me.
Many people with cystic fibrosis experience hemoptysis. Although that can be serious and is often frightening, most often it's not as serious as you might think. Let me set the record straight.
Although packing up and moving to college is not easy for anyone, it becomes more complicated for a person living with cystic fibrosis. Not only do we have to adjust to the unfamiliar ways of college life and be entirely in charge of our health, but the group of people we trust with our life changes as well.
Each year, Great Strides Ambassadors inspire walk participants across the country and are the face of the adult cystic fibrosis community. Meet the 2017 Ambassadors, Lea Faraone and Willem Wery, and learn why they stride for CF.