Cystic Fibrosis

 
8 Questions on Personalized Medicine for Cystic Fibrosis
March 06, 2020

Take this brief test to find out what you know about key developments in the evolution of this emerging treatment option.

Comorbidities in Cystic Fibrosis: 10 Questions
January 16, 2020

As CF survival increases, traditional and emerging comorbidities will overlap and complicate care. Test your CF insight with our quiz.

Risk Factors for Gaps in Cystic Fibrosis Care
January 16, 2020

Risk factors that may help identify CF patients vulnerable to gaps in care include younger age, insurance status, and geographic change.

10 New Drugs for Primary Care: Q4 2019
January 09, 2020

Two first-in-class migraine drugs, the first generic version of NuvaRing®, and 7 more fourth quarter FDA-approved drugs for primary care.

7 Questions on CF: Sweat Tests, Breast Milk, Tobramycin, & More
December 16, 2019

Try these 7 questions on guideline-oriented cystic fibrosis diagnosis and treatment.

10 Cystic Fibrosis Resources for Patients, Caregivers, Clinicians
December 15, 2019

For people with CF, their caregivers, loved ones, and clinicians, click through summaries of 10 well-established sources of support for all aspects of the condition.

Is Medication Adherence a True Quality Indicator of CF Center Performance?
December 09, 2019

Measures used to assess medication adherence in cystic fibrosis patients may overestimate use of therapy, according to results of a new study.

What Role for Digital Technology in Quality of Life for CF Patients?
December 05, 2019

Authors of a recent review of CF-specific care support technology advise that if the technology adds to treatment burden, it won't be effective.

How to Screen & Treat Depression in Patients with Cystic Fibrosis
November 18, 2019

The burden of poor mental health among CF patients is significant and impacts all aspects of disease management. Test yourself on international best practices for screening and treatment. 

Depression & Anxiety in Cystic Fibrosis: Annual Screening Required
November 15, 2019

Depression in people with cystic fibrosis is 2 times higher than in the general population and among their caretakers, 3 times higher. The toll on treatment adherence is significant.