The latest updates for November 10, 2022


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Study Shows Potential to Reduce Medication Burden for People With CF Taking Trikafta


Results from the six-week Simplify study ([link removed])
found that people with cystic fibrosis enrolled in the study who had good lung function could safely stop taking one of two common CF medications — hypertonic saline or dornase alfa — without negatively impacting their health. Although the results represent an important milestone, there are
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underway to assess longer-term effects on health and provide additional insight into the implications of stopping therapies while on Trikafta. Individuals are encouraged to speak with their care providers before stopping any therapies.

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Get the Coverage You Need During Open Enrollment

Your health needs can change from year to year — so do health insurance plans. Open enrollment is here and our team of
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Help Fight Superbugs by Passing the PASTEUR Act Now

The Pioneering Antimicrobial Subscriptions to End Upsurging Resistance (PASTEUR) Act is picking up momentum in Congress. Since its introduction last summer, this bipartisan, bicameral bill has gained dozens of Congressional cosponsors and ignited conversations about the importance of addressing antimicrobial resistance. It’s time for Congress to turn interest into action.
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Watch CF FamilyCon Recordings

Recordings from CF FamilyCon — a virtual community conference for people with cystic fibrosis and those who understand what it is like to care for someone with CF —
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