Six posts were made to the CFFC Facebook page during the week of 12/1-7/2024.
12/01/2024 – Fewer CFRD pancreas GLP-1 receptors may curb insulin secretion – The population diagnosed with CFRD is increasing which is driving research to find new or improved treatments.
12/02/2024 – Finding support through our Helpline: Cheryl’s story – This story has familiar aspects. Since the author lives in the UK, she got support through the Cystic Fibrosis Trust Helpline. Here in the States, you can connect with the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Peer Connections program.
12/03/2024 – How artificial intelligence could automate genomics research – You have probably heard pros and cons about artificial intelligence. This article describes one “pro” that could benefit CF research.
12/04/2024 – The View from My Hospital Room – Hospitalization is a common thread across the CF community. These observations from South Africa confirm the similarities regardless of location. There are also some thoughts about taking control of the situation.
12/05/2024 – Bicarbonate excretion in urine may serve as a CF marker: Study – Some interesting associations in body chemistry. Maybe you will see urine tests in future diagnostics for CF status.
12/06/2024 – “We celebrate my dad’s life at every given opportunity and carry his morals within us” – We share a lot of “success” stories, in part, to acknowledge that life with CF can exceed expectations. However, not every story has a happy ending. This young woman shares her family’s strategy for coping with the loss of her father.