Study on COVID-19 in People With CF Published
A study published in the Journal of Cystic Fibrosis reports on 40 people with CF across eight countries and represents how COVID-19 impacts this high-risk population. It suggests that people with CF may have a lower rate of of COVID-19 than the general public. This may be because of the CF community's experience with physical distancing and other infection control measures.
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"In a Minute" with Joe Pilewski, MD
What’s happening with lung transplant and COVID-19? Joe Pilewski, MD, co-director of the adult CF center at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and chair of the Foundation’s Lung Transplant Consortium, provides an update on how transplant programs are affected during the pandemic.
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Virtual Event to Answer Your COVID-19 Questions
Hear the CF community’s top COVID-19 questions answered at our next virtual event on Wed., May 6 at 7 p.m. ET. Marissa Benchea, an adult with CF, will facilitate a discussion with our President and CEO, Mike Boyle, MD, and senior Compass case manager, Karen Carey about medical information, insurance, work, and financial challenges for people with CF and their families. Register and submit your question for a chance to have it answered during the event!
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Learn About Our Policy Work During COVID-19
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Tips for Surviving Home Isolation From a Person With CF
Spending time at home isn’t new for Marieliz Landa, an adult living with cystic fibrosis. From catching up on reading to having movie nights with her husband, learn how she keeps busy and stays positive while physically distancing at home.
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