March 21, 2024

CF Foundation Invests an Additional $5 Million in BiomX

We have invested an additional $5 million in BiomX Inc. to support a Phase 2b clinical trial to test the efficacy of bacteriophage (phage) therapy in treating chronic Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections — the second most common type of lung infection in people with cystic fibrosis. 

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Advocacy in Action at March on the Hill

Last week, advocates from across the country raised their voices for people with cystic fibrosis during the Foundation’s 17th annual March on the Hill and Online Day of Action. Together, we met with 214 Congressional offices and sent more than 8,200 messages to express the importance of the PASTEUR Act and the HELP Copays Act for everyone with cystic fibrosis.

How you made an impact »

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month 

People with cystic fibrosis age 40 or older, or who have had a transplant, can reduce the risk for colorectal cancer with regular colonoscopy screenings. Regular screenings are an effective way to treat, as well as prevent colorectal cancer, as the screening can help detect and remove polyps. The risk for colorectal cancer is 5-10 times greater for adults with CF compared to the general population, and even higher for people with CF who have had a solid organ transplant.

Learn more about colorectal screenings »

Make an Impact on Research, Care, and CF Programs 

In 2023, Community Voice members participated in more than 50 opportunities including projects that focused on health equity, mental health, sexual and reproductive health, and more. Sharing your unique experiences can help make a difference for the CF community, too. Anyone age 13 and older who has CF or is a family member of a person with CF is invited to make their voice heard.

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Find Important Information About Lung Transplant Centers

People who are considering a lung transplant or learning how to maintain their health post-transplant can find important information about transplant centers, including how many transplants each center has performed in the past four years — overall and for people with cystic fibrosis.

Find a lung transplant center »