When Fisher was 6 days old we got the call that forever changed our lives. His newborn screening came back with 2 copies of F508del the mutated gene causing Cystic Fibrosis. At 9 days old he started taking digestive enzymes with every feeding. When he was 3 weeks we started respiratory therapy. In the Fall of 2019 he started an new drug (Orkambi) and he has done extremely well on this medication! These treatments and many more exciting ones coming down the pipeline are made possible because of funds raised by the CFF & Great Strides.
There currently is no cure for CF. The goals for these treatments are to ease symptoms, prevent and treat complications, and slow the progress of the disease. By joining our team and making a donation, you are joining a growing group of people committed to finding a cure for cystic fibrosis. We will not rest until all those with cystic fibrosis have a cure. The time is now. Together, we can conquer this disease.
There are approximately 30,000 Americans living with cystic fibrosis. They are moms, dads, sisters, brothers, daughters, sons, friends, and co-workers who struggle every day just to breathe. We walk for them. Will you join us? To become a member of our team, just click on the "Join our Team" button. From there, you can make a donation and start fundraising.
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There currently is no cure for CF. The goals for these treatments are to ease symptoms, prevent and treat complications, and slow the progress of the disease. By joining our team and making a donation, you are joining a growing group of people committed to finding a cure for cystic fibrosis. We will not rest until all those with cystic fibrosis have a cure. The time is now. Together, we can conquer this disease.
There are approximately 30,000 Americans living with cystic fibrosis. They are moms, dads, sisters, brothers, daughters, sons, friends, and co-workers who struggle every day just to breathe. We walk for them. Will you join us? To become a member of our team, just click on the "Join our Team" button. From there, you can make a donation and start fundraising.
Join our team today and help add tomorrows!
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ATTENDANCE POLICY:
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, indoor events sponsored by the CF Foundation are strictly prohibited at this time. Scheduled outdoor events must adhere to strict requirements to minimize the risk of COVID-19 infection. Events may be subject to change at any time based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local health officials.
IMPORTANT NOTE ON ATTENDANCE AT OUTDOOR FOUNDATION EVENTS:
To minimize the risk of COVID-19 infection, attendees at CF Foundation events must adhere to the following requirements:
Persons with CF should consult their physician before participation in any in-person event as they may be at an increased risk for severe illness from COVID-19. People with CF should maintain a safe 6-foot distance from persons outside of their household at all times.