Growing up with cystic fibrosis, my parents always encouraged me to take responsibility and be open and honest about my disease. That's why my number one piece of advice for parents of kids with CF is to entrust your child with small bits of responsibility at an early age so that they can take care of themselves down the road.
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Lauren Bombardier Weeks
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5 min read
The CF Foundation Patient Registry collects information on the health status of people with cystic fibrosis who receive care in CF Foundation-accredited care centers and agree to participate in the Registry. This information is used to create CF care guidelines, assist care teams providing care to individuals with CF, and guide quality improvement initiatives at care centers. Researchers also use the Patient Registry to study CF treatments and outcomes and to design CF clinical trials.
To the moms of children with CF who feel isolated in their journey — you are not alone. This is my letter to you, from someone who understands.
Bianca Maldonado-Dequin
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4 min read
With help and support from my parents, I felt empowered to make my first big decision with my cystic fibrosis care: When to remove my G-tube.
Jaclyn Strube
Major Strube
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6 min read
Caring for a child with CF can be a lot to juggle — from the many medications and daily treatments to the endless doctor's appointments. But I’ve found a system that helps me stay organized and stress-free so that I can focus on what really matters.
Marlenny Linda De La Cruz
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5 min read