What is Cystic Fibrosis?

 
 

What does this mean for those with CF?

“Cystic fibrosis is a progressive, genetic disease that causes long-lasting lung infections and limits the ability to breathe over time.

More than 40,000 children and adults in the United States have CF (90,000 worldwide) and CF affects people of every racial and ethnic group….

In the lungs, the mucus clogs the airways and traps germs, like bacteria, leading to infections, inflammation, respiratory failure, and other complications. For this reason, avoiding germs is a top concern for people with CF.”

-The CF Foundation


 

4 Important Facts:

  1. PEOPLE WITH CF are discouraged from sharing inclosed spaces with one another due to cross infection risks. THEREFORE, THEY HAVE LIMITED OPPORTUNITIES TO CONNECT WITH EACH OTHER.

  2. SINGING has proven mental, emotional, and physical benefits.

  3. More than half of THE CF Population is 18 years of age or Older thanks to continued advancements in care, medical treatments, and approaches.

  4. Living with cF can Affect all areas of the body (see image to the left) but can also affect the mind. Studies have shown singing can:

    1. Reduce stress

    2. Stimulate Immune Response

    3. Increase pain Threshold

    4. Improve mental health and mood

All of this AND MORE are why we are here. Help us help others to Breathe Bravely!