With Cystic Fibrosis, I Often Struggle to Maintain a Healthy Weight

Over 20 years ago, John Mayer sang, “Your body is a wonderland.” While that song isn’t about me, I do agree that my body is a wonderland. And by wonderland, I mean that it’s a wonder I’ve made it to 30. The human body is absolutely fascinating in…

#NACFC2021 – Trikafta Increases Risk of Obesity-related Health Problems

People with cystic fibrosis (CF) who start on the triple therapy Trikafta may be at greater risk of problems associated with excessive weight or obesity, such as metabolic syndrome — a group of disorders known to raise a risk of heart, liver, and kidney disease. “With the approval…