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Vizient Awards Alcresta Contract for Relizorb, Which Helps CF Patients Digest Healthy Fats

Vizient, which calls itself the nation’s “largest member-driven health care performance improvement company,” has awarded a contract for  Alcresta’s Relizorb — a product that helps with the digestion of healthy fats in serious diseases such as cystic fibrosis (CF). The Relizorb (immobized lipase) cartridge contains an enzyme that breaks down fats in tube…

Low-dose Nitric Oxide Enhances Antibiotic Treatment of Certain Chronic CF Infections

Nitric oxide (NO) inhalation can enhance the antibiotic treatment of Pseudomonas aeruginosa biofilm infections in cystic fibrosis (CF) patients, a small proof-of-concept clinical trial demonstrated. Bacterial infections by P. aeruginosa is a major cause of long-term morbidity and mortality in patients with CF. The bacteria can form biofilms, which are structured, antibiotic-tolerant aggregates…

Cystic Fibrosis Canada Launches Free E-Learning Module on CF

Cystic Fibrosis Canada has launched a free e-learning module that provides a comprehensive overview of cystic fibrosis (CF) to anyone interested. The Sept. 12 announcement coincides with this year’s back-to-school season. The module contains information to help people understand this complex disease. It has an interactive format designed for both professional and…

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