October is the month for the annual North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference (NACFC) and this year the event will be staged in Orlando, FL. The NACFC is aimed at medical professionals and scientists who work in the cystic fibrosis field and the 30th annual conference is expecting delegates from all…
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1. Stay positive. Here are 16 cystic fibrosis tattoos that will inspire you. 2. Take your medications and do your treatments every day like clockwork. Learn more about cystic fibrosis medications here. 3. Maintain a healthy nutritional diet. Learn more about cystic fibrosis…
October brings the annual North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference (NACFC), and this year the 30th annual event will be staged in Orlando, Fla. Cystic Fibrosis News Today will offer daily follow-up coverage of the NACFC, which is expected to draw medical professionals, scientists, and other delegates who work in the cystic…
Antioxidant-Rich Recipe Fall is here, and the change in seasons often means increased pain and inflammation with many chronic diseases. It seems unavoidable and managing it can be a challenge. Natural ways to relieve painful inflammation are sometimes helpful adjuncts in pain management. This ginger turmeric tea recipe may have anti-inflammatory…
Nearly 11,000 people in the U.K. have been diagnosed with cystic fibrosis (CF), a chronic genetic disease that affects the lungs, pancreas, stomach, and liver. There is currently no cure for CF, but there are treatments to help ease the symptoms. Learn more about the three treatment categories of cystic…
The story of cystic fibrosis patient Jerry Cahill has been turned into a documentary film called Up For Air. Fifty-nine-year-old Jerry is a super-fit pole vaulter who credits his longevity to his vigorous exercise regime. You can watch the trailer produced by Navigo Productions. Discover seven facts…
In this Boomer Esiason Foundation video, meet Sabrina Walker. The 30-year-old from Anchorage, Alaska, has cystic fibrosis — but it isn’t the only health issue she’s dealt with. Read about 10 cystic fibrosis symptoms you should know about here. In her senior year of high school, Sabrina was…
It’s that time of year when everyone starts to get sick and pass around their cold and flu germs. Having a chronic illness means that your immune system is already compromised, which makes picking up other people’s winter illnesses harder to avoid. However, you don’t have to lock yourself away…
According to the New York Times, “good decisions start with accurate information.” Here are four of the most common misconceptions non-patients have about cystic fibrosis. 1. Cystic fibrosis can be contagious. Some people are afraid they’ll catch cystic fibrosis if they are in contact with a patient, but it’s impossible. Cystic…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4Gz-3tAoss In this Shianne Breaths video, Shianne describes three positives and three negatives about having cystic fibrosis. One positive point is the support and friendship she enjoys from within the CF community. A negative in two words: hospital stays. Read about 5-year-old CF patient Christopher and how his birthday became extra…
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