Cystic fibrosis
Synonyms: CF | Mucoviscidosis
A rare genetic pulmonary disorder characterized by sweat thick mucus secretions causing multisystem disease chronic infections of the lungs bulky diarrhea and short stature.
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Cystic fibrosis?
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Advocacy Organizations
Claire’s Place Foundation, Inc.
Claire’s Place Foundation is a charity providing support to individuals, children and families affected by cystic fibrosis (CF). We were founded by thirteen-year-old Claire Wineland who was born with CF. She envisioned this foundation as a source of hope, strength and joy for others living with CF providing both emotional and financial support.
Emily’s Entourage
Emily’s Entourage accelerates research and drug development for the final 10% of people with cystic fibrosis. By providing leadership and coordination, EE drives high-impact research, cultivates multi-stakeholder collaboration, and facilitates information exchange to speed breakthroughs. Our goal is singular: to expedite treatments and a cure for the final 10% who are waiting with bated breath.
Clinical Trials
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