About Cystic Fibrosis

Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disease that produces abnormally thick mucous that blocks the glands and other areas in the body. The lungs and pancreas are the two vital organs that are affected. The symptoms are chronic coughing, digestive problems, and recurrent pneumonia. Many hours of daily treatment, special nutrition, antibiotics and other medications, become a way of life for CF children and their families. As you can imagine, it takes its toll emotionally, physically and financially.