Six posts were made to the CFFC Facebook page during the week of 2/8-14/2026.
02/08/2026 – Scientists found a sugar that could defeat deadly superbugs – Although the bacteria studied in this research is not generally associated with CF, the approach developed by the researchers offers a new path to attack drug-resistant bacteria.
02/09/2026 – How Pregnancy Changed My Relationship with CF and CFRD – There was a time when pregnancy for women with CF was an unrealistic expectation. This story shows how far we have come and presents a new way of thinking about CF.
02/10/2026 – CF Foundation Applauds Protection of NIH Funding to Safeguard Critical Research – The federal budget process impacts many aspects of our life. This summary of the recent action on the 2026 budget describes the provisions that relate to CF care.
02/11/2026 – Still nebulising on a modulator therapy? Yes — and here’s why it matters – Some advice on nebulizers from down under – Cystic Fibrosis Queensland. There are a couple of useful points even for people who are not on modulator therapy. (The link opens a PDF document.)
02/12/2026 – Severe CF flareups cause temporary pulmonary hypertension in 1 in 4 kids – This article reports results from an initial study of the occurrence of pulmonary hypertension during hospitalizations. Further research will be needed to determine what, if any, long-term effects result from this condition.
02/13/2026– The Diagnosis I Never Expected – Individuals who don’t match the “usual” CF presentation have a tougher road to diagnosis. In this case, a mom’s delayed diagnosis produced an earlier recognition of her children’s CFTR-related disorder.