What is cystic fibrosis?
Cystic fibrosis is the most common, life-limiting genetic condition affecting Australians. Cystic fibrosis causes an abnormal build-up of thick and sticky mucus in the lungs, airways and digestive system. From birth, a person with cystic fibrosis undergoes constant medical treatments and physiotherapy.
Cystic fibrosis is a life-long and complex disease.
There is no cure.
Did you know?
1 in 25 Australians carry the recessive cystic fibrosis gene.
Who Are we
Cystic Fibrosis Queensland is the peak community not for profit charity working with and for the increasing number of people, and their families, living with cystic fibrosis.
What we do
Since 1960, Cystic Fibrosis Queensland has been dedicated to providing support, services, and hope to individuals and families affected by cystic fibrosis. We stand with the entire cystic fibrosis community—advocating for better outcomes, funding vital research, delivering essential member programs, and raising awareness of this life-limiting condition. With a clear vision for a brighter future, we are committed to helping people with cystic fibrosis live longer, healthier, and more fulfilling lives. Through our nationally registered NDIS service, Trusted Care, we continue to deliver meaningful support that makes a real difference. Learn more about our goals and direction in our Strategic Plan.
What can you do?
Join the fight to breathe and help us make short lives big.
Together, we can bring hope to those fighting cystic fibrosis.
