Teen Dedicates 18th Birthday to CF Friends

In this WIVB TV video learn about Sammi Blum, a 17-year-old cystic fibrosis patient with a big heart who will celebrate her 18th birthday on Sept. 2.

Read about 5-year-old cystic fibrosis patient Christopher Carmen and how his wishes came true on his birthday.

Sammi has so far spent most of her birthdays in hospitals, but she is hoping that her eighteenth will be much better and happier not only for her, but in honor of many CF friends who lost their lives before age 18.

Find out how teens with cystic fibrosis manage the transition from high school to college.

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