Seven posts were made to the CFFC Facebook page during the week of 3/24-30/2024.
03/24/2024 – Doctors can be clearer in explaining treatment decisions: Study – This study was focused on the decisions around CFTR modulators; however, the findings are likely to be valid for other treatments.
03/25/2024– Inside the lab with Ellie – Ellie conducts research involving organoids which are useful for learning in the lab how treatments will work in the body.
03/26/2024 – Finding Balance With Cystic Fibrosis and Dating – As with every aspect of life, CF complicates dating and relationships.
03/27/2024 – Liver disease related to CF linked to changes in fecal bacteria – Advances in treatment for lung disease in CF have allowed researchers to expand the scope of their work to include other organs. This article reports on first stage research that calls for further study.
03/28/2024 – The Watson Sisters’ Journey with CF – There are similarities and differences in the lives of siblings with CF. Side note: The parents decided to have a third child after two were diagnosed with
CF.
03/29/2024 – Glucose tolerance screenings should start at age 5: Researchers – Getting an earlier start on diagnosis allows for earlier implementation of treatment strategies.
03/30/2024 – ResearchCon 2024 – The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has opened registration for ResearchCon 2024. It’s an opportunity to get up to date on CF research and connect with your peers.