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Reflexology: Cystic Fibrosis

Reflexology for Cystic Fibrosis Have you considered reflexology for cystic fibrosis? Reflexology is an ancient practice that’s been passed down for thousands of years. The Incas and Native Americans may have introduced reflexology to South and North America, but proof of the practice dates back to 3000 BC in pre-dynastic China. What is…

How Does Cystic Fibrosis Affect the Pancreas?

Cystic fibrosis is a genetically inherited disease that affects the lungs, stomach, liver, and pancreas. But what does the pancreas do and how does cystic fibrosis affect it? Read how scientists in Northern Ireland are leading a global study on CF-related diabetes. In this brief and easy to…

Cystic Fibrosis Cross-Infection Risks

Following the tragic story of real-life Fault in Our Stars‘ couple, Katie and Dalton Prager, infection control between cystic fibrosis patients has been hot topic in the CF community. Read more about Katie and Dalton’s CF love story.  In this podcast video made by Gunnar Esiason…

10 Lung Transplant Facts

Many different treatment options exist for patients with cystic fibrosis, but the treatment of last resort is lung transplant. Typically, lung transplants are suggested for patients whose lung disease is so progressed that they will not likely live another year or two. Lung transplants can dramatically improve the quality of life for people with acute pulmonary…

Leave Cystic Fibrosis in Our Dust Car Show

Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that affects the lungs, pancreas, liver, and intestines. One of the most common lung diseases among children, CF affects approximately one in every 3,000 newborns. Read about our six tips for caring for a family member with cystic fibrosis.  In this The…

Essential Oils: Cystic Fibrosis

How Can Aromatherapy Help with Cystic Fibrosis? Aromatherapy has been around for centuries. “Essential oil” is basically a new name for an old standby. There’s plenty of research behind this aromatic trend that shows it helps alleviate many health conditions. We’ve uncovered some ways essential oils can help with cystic fibrosis.    …

How Does Cystic Fibrosis Affect the Lungs?

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic condition found in approximately one in 2,500 babies. The main areas of the body affected are the stomach, pancreas, liver, and lungs. But what how do the lungs work and how does cystic fibrosis affect them? Read about the three treatment categories for…

CF Patients on Career Options

In this Cystic Fibrosis Foundation video, CF patients share thoughts about career choices. The logistics of managing a chronic disease such as cystic fibrosis could mean that plans to pursue your dream job is limited, but that doesn’t mean you can’t forge a successful and fulfilling career path. Here, meet four successful…

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