What's The Deal With Fertility Testing And CF?As people with CF continue to live longer, healthier lives, couples are in the unique position to decide to become parents or...reactionscomments
CF-Related Diabetes Risk FactorsCystic fibrosis-related diabetes (CFRD) is one of the most common non-respiratory complications of cystic fibrosis (CF). It differs from Type 1 and...reactionscomments
It's The Most Stressful Time Of The Year: Open EnrollmentThe end of the year is always a stressful time in our household--and not because of reasons you might assume. It’s not...reactionscomments
Growing Up With a Sibling With CF: My Sister's PerspectiveI am very lucky to have grown up in a family that loved me for me--and my CF. Being the only one...reactionscomments
Hair Loss and Cystic FibrosisHair loss can be disheartening no matter what the underlying cause is, as many of us have an emotional attachment to our...reactions3comments
Cystic Fibrosis Unsolicited AdviceLiving with CF can be challenging, and it certainly is not made any easier by all the unsolicited advice dished up by...reactions2comments
Being Prepared With Advanced PlanningAdvance directives aren’t something to be scared about doing and it’s not something to put off either. We each have preferences and...reactionscomments
The Effect Stress Can Have On CF SymptomsIdentifying triggers for an infection flare-up has been a minefield I am still learning to navigate healthily. We have all heard psychological...reactions4comments
Let's Go Camping (With Trikafta)A redemptive sense of freedom was gifted to me when I started taking Trikafta. As my lungs cleared away infection, it also...reactionscomments
The Lung Bleed vs. The Lung PeriodBouts of hemoptysis (coughing up blood) that worsen during a monthly menstrual cycle are becoming a frequent problem for CF women. Could...reactions2comments
Tips For Communicating With Your CF Care TeamCommunication with your CF care team is more important than we realize. Sure, it’s necessary to report sickness and enlist their help...reactionscomments
My Journey To Becoming A CF ParentEvery CF parent has a diagnosis story--the process leading up to the diagnosis and the exact moment of learning of their child’s...reactionscomments
Recognizing Caregiver BurnoutAs caregivers, we often get so caught up in the routines we have in place that we don’t realize just how much...reactions1comment
How Has CF Impacted Your Romantic Relationship(s)?Those with cystic fibrosis know that it branches out into every area of their lives. Unfortunately, dating and relationships are no exception...reactionscomments
Survivor’s GuiltOne of the hardest aspects of having CF is outliving the friends you make with CF. I know I fight mentally with...reactionscomments
Parenting While Managing A Chronic IllnessWhether or not you have a child, most people would agree that parenting is hard. Although there is no right or wrong...reactions2comments
The Challenges And Perks To My Weight GainAll my life I struggled to keep my weight in a healthy range. I was always underweight and the smallest in my...reactionscomments
I'm Not Just Tired: Chronic Fatigue in CFIn my husband’s very affectionately true words, “When are you not tired?” According to many people living with cystic fibrosis: never. In...reactions16comments
Cystic-Fibrosis.com Community Year In ReviewSince Health Union (the parent company of Cystic-Fibrosis.com) launched this online community, our goal has always been to elevate the voices of...reactionscomments
CF While Being A MinorityOne thing I was told many, many times by various pulmonologists is CF is a “caucasian” disease. It’s primarily a disease you...reactionscomments
