In this Cystic Fibrosis Trust video, Charles Michael Duke, a cystic fibrosis patient waiting for a double lung transplant, talks about what cystic fibrosis (CF) is and how it affects those who live with the condition. MORE: What you need to know about germs…

There is a broad spectrum of lung diseases, which is made up of any disease that causes the lungs to not function as they should. They affect different parts of the respiratory system, including the airways, lung tissue and blood circulation. Here are a few examples of lung diseases that affect millions of…

We know dealing with cystic fibrosis sometimes feels like an uphill battle, both for the patients and the caregivers. You feel like you’re not doing enough or as if the disease is taking up all your time and attention. To help you on your journey, we’ve gathered a few quotes we…

Eating a healthy, balanced diet is essential for everyone, but for those living with a chronic lung condition, it is even more important to eat well. The food and drinks we consume can help us achieve better overall health and the nutrients can help protect the lungs against infection. MORE: Life…

Treatments for cystic fibrosis (CF) are constantly evolving, making a huge difference for those who live with the disease. According to the Cystic Fibrosis Trust, these are five of the most important discoveries for cystic fibrosis patients: Creon Creon has come a long way in recent years;…

As cystic fibrosis causes excessive mucus production, respiratory infections are quite common among patients. The NHS UK website has some useful information to help distinguish between upper and lower respiratory tract infections. MORE: The danger of cross infections Upper respiratory tract infections Upper respiratory tract infections include things…

Many people living with cystic fibrosis (CF) have used the condition as inspiration for tattoos — a permanent way to show the world that they’re overcoming adversity and supporting those living with CF. MORE: 10 tips for a common sense approach to living with a chronic illness When we…

In this video from Healthcare Triage, host Aaron Carroll talks briefly about cystic fibrosis (CF) and how it affects the body. He then goes on to explain that in the U.S., those with the condition can live into their 40s, but in Canada, those with the condition…

Books that deal with a disease that’s affecting you or your loved ones can be sometimes hard to read, but they can also remind you that you’re not alone. There are other people going through the same struggles as you are and they have found ways to cope. These books also…

While living with a chronic illness can be challenging, there are ways that you can make life easier and live a happy and fulfilling life. Establishing good habits and routines takes time, but as Gunnar Esiason points out in his blog Own It, there are some “common sense approaches” to…