Cystic fibrosis has drastically changed in a single generation. Once seen as a pediatric disease, people with CF are now living into adulthood thanks to groundbreaking treatments and highly ...

My name is Schyler Kline. I am an adult with cystic fibrosis, and I am an elementary school teacher. My experience with teaching while having CF has been quite diverse over the years. Seven years ago, ...

BETHESDA, Md. — The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation issued the following statement in response to the recent announcement by the ...

I was bullied at school because my cystic fibrosis made me different from my peers. However, my perspective shifted as I got older, and I learned to embrace the unique qualities that make me who I am ...

As someone who does not benefit from any CFTR modulators, I only have one option for improving my lung function — transplant. But just because it’s my only choice does not mean it’s an easy one to ...

Ten (almost 11) years ago, I became a young mom at the age of 17. Bringing my son home was such a bittersweet moment — I was so in love with him, but I knew my life as a kid was over. Two weeks later, ...

Learn about cystic fibrosis, a genetic disorder that affects the lungs, pancreas, and other organs, and how to treat and live with this chronic disease. 12 min read What Is Cystic Fibrosis? Cystic ...

With advancements in cystic fibrosis treatments, individuals with the condition are now living longer and healthier lives, often well into adulthood. This progress has opened the door for many to ...

If the transplant committee thinks transplant surgery would be harmful to you, ask your transplant team about what options you have. It is possible that you will need to receive treatment for a ...