Ask the Health Leaders: Dismissive DoctorsDoctors are trusted for medical advice, treatment plans, recommendations, and more. But it's possible that a medical professional on a healthcare team...reactionscomments
Chores That Wreak Havoc on My CF (Thank you, Husband!)Today, I want to talk to you about a few chores my husband does for me in light of having cystic fibrosis...reactionscomments
Almost to the End: An IVF JourneyHere we are! We’ve arrived at the final stages of my IVF journey. As mentioned in my previous articles outlining our experience...reactionscomments
The Beginning: An IVF JourneySince I became a Community Advocate, I have wanted to write about my experience with IVF. However, I’ve put it off because...reactions2comments
A Lid for Every Pot: Dating with Cystic FibrosisNavigating the dating scene is hard. It was hard when our parents dated and when their parents dated. And it is still...reactions2comments
Did You See This NACFC Talk? Part 2The range of topics and novel presentations at the 2022 North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference (NACFC) in Philadelphia, PA was impressive. I’m...reactionscomments
The Many Colors of Cystic Fibrosis: Grey (Part 1)My journey with cystic fibrosis (CF) has been very colorful. I’ve had to expel and capture my green, sticky mucus. I walked...reactionscomments
Cycling Across America with CFI was diagnosed with CF at birth, and currently am 44. I am lucky enough to be part of the evolution of...reactions2comments
Navigating Weather With Cystic FibrosisJust as each individual’s journey with cystic fibrosis (CF) can vary, so can their response to different environmental factors. Some may enjoy...reactions2comments
Did You See This NACFC Talk? Part 1I look forward to the North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference (NACFC) every year. So much so that this year I devoted a...reactionscomments
Coping With the Weight of CFSaying cystic fibrosis (CF) has its obstacles is an understatement. As if the lung infections, gastrointestinal issues, diabetes, and all the other...reactionscomments
Birthdays Through the Lense of Cystic FibrosisIn light of my birthday in January, I’ve been thinking a lot about getting older. Living with cystic fibrosis (CF) has definitely...reactions4comments
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
How Is CF Mucus Different From Non-CF Mucus?When people without cystic fibrosis (CF) think of CF, they likely focus on the hallmark characteristic of the condition: mucus. It is...reactionscomments
50 is the New 25: Life Expectancy With CFAt the NACFC (North American CF Conference) in October 2021, some very exciting news was announced for people and families living with...reactions3comments
Life Challenges and CF ComplicationsI’ve been in what one would call a funk for the past few months. It began with going from being at my...reactionscomments
Challenges of Living in a Rural CommunityToday I wanted to talk to you about something that is a personal obstacle for me when it comes to my healthcare:...reactions7comments
Ask the Health Leaders: CF TraitsPeople living with cystic fibrosis (CF) are often diagnosed at a young age and don't remember a time when they did not...reactionscomments
My 2023 CF Intentions and BeyondAlthough I tend to think of myself as a reasonably optimistic person, 2022 was a devastating year for me, personally. Between my...reactionscomments
A New Year of StoriesWhat would you do if you had a clean slate? If none of the things weighing you down existed? What would you...reactions3comments
