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CYSTIC FIBROSIS  

Once a fatal childhood illness, people with Cystic Fibrosis are now living longer than ever. Many women with this disease are now facing the question on whether or not they want to have children of their own.

This is a written transcript of my speech given at the Cystic Fibrosis Spring Gala.

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) has plenty of events planned for 2007. Check out how you can get involved and help find a cure for this devastating disease.

A brief history of Cystic Fibrosis diagnosis and treatment in the United States over the past seventy years.

Researchers found that patients with cystic fibrosis (CF) who took high doses of ibuprofen had almost 30%reduction in loss of lung function

Lungs aren't the only organs affected by the thick, sticky mucus that cystic fibrosis produces. Studies show that better overall nutritional status contributes to better lung function.

A grant that Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Therapeutics, Inc., which is the Foundation's nonprofit drug discovery and development branch, gave to Parion Sciences, Inc. may result in a new drug that holds tremendous hope for sufferers of Cystic Fibrosis.

Local San Diego girl, Lindsay Wadleigh recently auditioned for American Idol. In this interview she talks about her personal struggle with cystic fibrosis and how she's making a positive difference by using her voice to increase awareness of this life-shortening disease.

With the increased life expectancy of people born with cystic fibrosis, education needs to be directed toward self-care and transition into adulthood and self-sufficiency.

The pursuit of higher education is a challenge. My experience was even more challenging because I have cystic fibrosis (CF). This article is just a brief description of how I learned to balance my health and academics.

A DEXA scan is a simple procedure that is useful for determining whether a cystic fibrosis (CF) patient is at risk for developing osteoporosis.

This article gives a brief overview of some of the most commonly prescribed medications used to prevent pulmonary exacerbations in cystic fibrosis (CF) patients.

Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic disease affecting many people throughout the United States.

Cystic Fibrosis is a life-threatening disorder that causes severe lung damage and nutritional deficiencies.

A drug called PTC124 which may provide an effective treatment of a wide variety of genetic diseases such as cystic fibrosis and Duchenne muscular dystrophy is currently undergoing clinical trials.

Cystic Fibrosis

Research conducted by geneticist Suzanne Buckley at University College in London may provide a new treatment for the life-threatening disease cystic fibrosis. The potential cure comes from using the HIV virus to insert healthy genes into the infected patient's lungs.

Should a person with Cystic Fibrosis aim high? Absolutely! Of course. Should that person continually keep setting higher goals? That all depends on the goals that are being made.

Adequate nutrition for persons with cystic fibrosis is an ongoing battle, made even more complicated by things like bowel obstruction and malabsorption.

People with cystic fibrosis must be constantly vigilant to avoid infection. Even in the home, dangerous bacteria are present. This article describes where bacteria thrive and how to get rid of it.

Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic, potentially life-threatening lung disease. The internet has some great resources for those who'd like to find out more about cystic fibrosis:

Cystic fibrosis is a potentially life-threatening lung disease, it affects about 15 babies born in Oregon each year. Oregon is the seventeenth state to make it a requirements that all infants born be tested for the genetic disorder, cystic fibrosis.

Managing the daily rigors of cystic fibrosis (CF) requires diligence, discipline, and time management skills. This article presents a first-person point of view of what it's liken to contend with this incurable disease day in and day out.

Could Cystic Fibrosis offer protecition against typhoid fever? Earlier studies linked CF with a certain amount of protection against cholera - could this be a similar case?

Our son's Diagnosis What the Dr.s Missed

Cystic Fibrosis is an incurable inherited disorder, that causes increasingly severe respiratory problems and often many experience difficulty in digesting their food.

Tracey Richardson's compelling new book "Going the Distance" - a riveting autobiographical account of her many triumphs over seemingly insurmountable odds.

By using nucleic acid gene sequencing, they were able to detect, identify and classify the new pathogens that they found in the lungs of the patients.

Many individuals with chronic illness or disease are likely to experience emotional problems such as depression or anxiety. Poor physical health can lead to psychological distress, and vice versa.

with special guests Tom Hemenway and Patty McCormick of Thurston Wines, Importer of Premier Australian Wines and Celebrity Chef Celestino Drago

There are several Phase 3 trials that need abut 1000 CF people who are willing to participate and have the chance to help not only themselves, but everyone with CF.

The following is an overview of the complications associated with CF in children

A complication of CF involving the lungs is hemoptysis. In its simplest definition, hemoptysis is blood in the sputum. When it happens for the first time, hemoptysis is more than a little frightening. Hemoptysis is usually a symptom of something else going on in the lugs.

To date, the most reliable way to diagnose CF is analysis of the sweat for amount of chloride (salt) it contains.

Many CF patients find alternative treatment regimes beneficial

You've seen silver in adhesive bandages, socks and even exercise wear - but can silver's antimicrobial qualities be used in an inhaled mist?

A description of what CF is and how it affects the body. Also, treatment options, causes, and helpful information for dealing with this disease.

learning about being tested before thinking of having a baby to see if you and your partener if a carrier of Cystic Fibrosis.

Many cystic fibrosis patients demonstrate pancreatic insufficiency. This leads to issues of malabsorption and poor nutritional status. A number of prescription enzyme supplements are available to help the body absorb more vitamins and minerals.

A look at a stand-up comedian, Ricky Briggs, who has Cystic fibrosis, and has made it to the age of 26!

A discussion of a growing indoor air quality issue - mold. This article discusses how persons with cystic fibrosis and allergies can limit their exposure to mold spores and reduce the instances of adverse health effects as a result.

Journey through the lives of the Lawrenson's: A Family touched with faith, miracles and cystic fibrosis.

The most common test used to evaluate how well the lungs are functioning is spirometry. Specifically, spirometry measures how quickly air moves in and out of the lungs.

The mile high city of Denver recently held a conference on cystic fibrosis and the results and papers discussed provide hope and treatment for many afflicted with this disorders and others.

Chlorine is commonly used to disinfect drinking water and other water sources. However,exposure to this powerful chemical has been shown to impair lung function. This article describes the disinfection process, the benefits and risks to public health.

The Taste of Baltimore is celebrating it's 10th anniversary September 30, 2006. The event showcases local restaurants with partial proceeds benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

Do you think age contributes to your inability to see while driving at night? It could be a vitamin A deficiency.

The recent publicity around the Senate bill supporting stem cell research has once again fanned the flame on the smoldering debate of human cloning. This article provides thoughts on "one good reason" to support this research.