Six posts were made to the CFFC Facebook page during the week of 8/20-26/2023.
08/20/2023 – Nutrition and CFTR modulators – This article from Cystic Fibrosis Canada includes a three page PDF download with nutritional guidelines for individuals using CFTR modulators.
08/21/2023 – Understanding the Intersection of Parenthood and CF – This article describes a project to gather insights on being a parent with CF.
08/22/2023 – High-dose vitamin D during acute exacerbations protects bone health – Basic remedies have their place in treatment protocols.
08/23/2023 – Helen Barrett Bright Ideas Awards: Jimmy’s story The drive for independence with a good dose of creativity helped this man find success.
08/25/2023 – Webinar: Getting Older and Wiser: The Complexities of Ageing with Cystic Fibrosis – Cystic Fibrosis Canada is hosting a webinar on September 25th dealing with issues arising from the aging of the CF population. While some of the information in this webinar will relate specifically to Canadian residents, the information concerning conditions of aging with CF is universal.
08/26/2023 – What You Need to Know: Accumulators, Maximizers, and People With CF – The good news is that there several medications that mitigate CF symptoms; the bad news is that the medications are expensive. This article provides explanations of aspects of insurance programs.