Understanding the cystic fibrosis diet

Sep 7, 2021 | Blog post, Sweet and Salty 2021

People living with cystic fibrosis generally need to eat more food than people like you or me to stay healthy. Cystic fibrosis, an inherited genetic disorder caused by a mutation on chromosome 7, affects the epithelial cells, specifically those in the lining of the...

Cystic fibrosis-related diabetes

Sep 6, 2021 | Blog post

Cystic fibrosis-related diabetes (CFRD) is a unique type of diabetes that is common in people with cystic fibrosis. With early diagnosis and proper treatment, CFRD can be managed successfully. Causes of CFRD There are two types of diabetes in people without cystic...

Someone needs this more than me

Nov 19, 2020 | Blog post

Everyone needs help at some time – especially during a global pandemic! People are hardwired to want to do things on their own and be independent-minded. Asking for help often makes people feel uneasy and even at times, vulnerable. Another fear that people may...

The first 12 months

Oct 29, 2020 | Blog post

Often when a baby is first diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, parents may never have previously heard of the condition. They are told to perform physiotherapy twice a day, there is a strict regime of drugs, a strict nutritional procedure, cross infection concerns with...

People give to People

Aug 25, 2020 | Blog post

People donate to a cause because they believe in the charitable mission. If only it were that simple to raise much needed charitable funds. When it comes to raising funds for a charity, as to who is responsible for this task can often be a loaded question. Yet, there...