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WEB3 days ago · 800-FIGHT-CF (800-344-4823) Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (national office) 4550 Montgomery Ave. Suite 1100 N Bethesda, MD 20814. More Ways to Get in Touch.
Intro to CF - Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
WEBFor help with Insurance, Financial, Legal, and Other Issues. Contact a dedicated CF Foundation Compass case manager: Call us at 844-COMPASS. (1-844-266-7277) Mon - Thu, 9 am - 7 pm ET Fri, 9 am - 5 pm ET. More Ways to Get Help. Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that affects the lungs, pancreas, and other organs.
Clinical Care Guidelines - Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
WEBNutrition in Children and Adults Clinical Care Guidelines. Nutritional support is a vital component of care for patients with cystic fibrosis. These recommendations cover caloric intake, dosing for pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy, and monitoring growth in childhood and weight status in patients of all ages.
Managing CF - Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
WEBRegular 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, you can more effectively manage your CF and stay healthy. Health and Wellness. Infections Mental Health CF-Related Complications Sexual Health ...
CF Genetics: The Basics - Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
WEBCystic fibrosis is caused by mutations in the gene that produces the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) protein. This protein is responsible for regulating the flow of salt and fluids in and out of the cells in different parts of the body. In people with CF, mutations in the CFTR gene can disrupt the normal production or ...
About Us - Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
WEBAbout Us. Mission We are in a relentless pursuit of a cure. The mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is to cure cystic fibrosis and to provide all people with CF the opportunity to lead long, fulfilling lives by funding research and drug development, partnering with the CF community, and advancing high-quality, specialized care. Our …
About Cystic Fibrosis
WEBCystic fibrosis is a progressive, genetic disease that affects the lungs, pancreas, and other organs. There are close to 40,000 children and adults living with cystic fibrosis in the United States (and an estimated 105,000 people have been diagnosed with CF across 94 countries), and CF can affect people of every racial and ethnic group.
CF Foundation Estimates Increase in CF Population
WEBJuly 28, 2022 | 4 min read. Today, the CF Foundation announced that the population of people with cystic fibrosis has increased over the past decade, according to a new estimate. Close to 40,000 children and adults are living with cystic fibrosis in the United States and a total estimated 105,000 people have been diagnosed with CF across 94 ...
Our Mission - Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
WEBCall us at 1-800-FIGHT CF. 1-800-344-4823. More Ways To Get Help. The mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is to cure cystic fibrosis and to provide all people with CF the opportunity to lead long, fulfilling lives by funding research and drug development, partnering with the CF community, and advancing high-quality, specialized care.
Dispelling Misconceptions About Cystic Fibrosis
WEBCystic fibrosis is a rare, progressive, genetic disease that affects the lungs, pancreas, and other organs. Furthermore, CF is a complex disease and the types of symptoms and how severe they are can differ widely from person to person. Many factors can affect a person's health and the course the disease runs, including their age at diagnosis.
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