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Megan Barlow

Megan Barlow was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis at 5 years old. After her diagnosis, her life was changed forever: doctors visits, nebulizers, vest treatments and more became her "normal" routine. Now at 28, she doesn't let her disease stand in her way. Read more.

Tips for Overcoming Dehydration

For those of us with cystic fibrosis, our bodies put us through a lot every day because of those two mutated CFTR...

By Megan Barlow

3 min read

The Season of Giving Back – #GivingTuesday

As we enter into the holiday season, and as I’ve gotten older, I’ve realized this time is more about giving than receiving...

By Megan Barlow

3 min read

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How Exercise Kept Me Out of the Hospital Until I Was 26

I have always been active. Since I could remember, I’ve been involved in all different sports, by recommendation of my doctor from...

By Megan Barlow

3 min read

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Tips for Managing Pre-Clinic Day Anxiety

I am writing this article now in the wake of having my clinic visit a few days ago. And, let me preface...

By Megan Barlow

4 min read

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Using My Treatment Time for Good

Seventy-five minutes a day lost. That is how I felt about my treatment time for most of my life. Yes, I would...

By Megan Barlow

3 min read

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