Passage of the bill — which cuts critical health coverage for people with cystic fibrosis and their families — shows the ...

Cystic fibrosis is caused by mutations in the gene responsible for producing the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) protein. For this reason, scientists are exploring ways to ...

Training for an Ironman race is no easy feat, especially when living with cystic fibrosis. But I'm more determined than ever to push my limits, make my younger self proud, and prove to others that ...

With chest physical therapy (CPT), the person gets in different positions to use gravity to drain mucus (postural drainage) from the five lobes of the lungs. Each position is designed so that a major ...

Cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) modulator therapies are designed to correct the malfunctioning protein made by the CFTR gene. Because different mutations cause different ...

View our past annual reports and financials. The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has unrestricted financial reserves of about 11 times its 2025 operating budget.

If you use a bronchodilator, use it before inhaling hypertonic saline.If your care team has prescribed mannitol (Bronchitol), use a bronchodilator before taking it. Then, if you use dornase alfa ...

Regular physical activity and good nutrition are important — especially when you have cystic fibrosis. By eating a high-calorie, high-fat diet,taking vitamins and mineral supplements, and staying fit, ...

The Maryland Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation welcomes you! Volunteers are the key to our success and the lifeblood of our organization. We have many opportunities for you to get involved.

During CF Awareness Month this May, we are inspired by every person with cystic fibrosis and members of the CF community who support them. This year, we are especially proud to celebrate our 70th ...

We have about 70 chapters and offices across the country that work diligently to raise funds and support our community in the search for a cure. They host events (including virtually and outdoors) and ...

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