In Utero Treatment of Fetal Cystic Fibrosis
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A fetus with cystic fibrosis was treated in utero with elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor to prevent meconium ileus.
Cystic Fibrosis Center News and Updates
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Why I Give
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My husband, Keven, and I wanted our philanthropy to reach as many people as possible. Giving to CHOP lets us have a positive effect on so many children locally and, through scientific research, even globally.
Q&A with Clement Ren, MD, MBA
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Clement Ren, MD, MBA, joined the Division of Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine in July and will lead the Cystic Fibrosis Center.
Why Early Referral to a Lung Transplant Program Benefits Cystic Fibrosis Patients
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An early referral to a lung transplant program is beneficial for patients with cystic fibrosis.
Chief’s Corner: Life in Pulmonary During COVID-19
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While COVID-19 has impacted our workflows, the Division of Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine remains dedicated to providing expert and compassionate clinical care for children and families with lung diseases and sleep disorders.
Not Feeling Great? The Visit Can Wait!
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Visiting a child in the hospital can lift everybody’s spirits. But if you’re sick or you’ve been around someone who is sick, a hospital visit can have serious consequences.
Tips for Discussing Five Feet Apart with Children who have Cystic Fibrosis
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If approached thoughtfully, the new movie Five Feet Apart may provide an opportunity for constructive conversations about living with cystic fibrosis, and help raise awareness around the disease.
Managing Your Child’s Chronic Disease: Make Your School Your Ally
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Read advice for working with schools to keep your child with chronic disease healthy and safe.
Winter CF Focus: What You Should Know about Germs
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When people with cystic fibrosis get a respiratory virus, they may get sicker because of their lung disease. Find out how you can lower your risk of catching and spreading germs.
New Recommendations for Checking Blood Glucose for Cystic Fibrosis Patients
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Learn about the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation recommendation for checking blood sugar and what CHOP is doing to encourage families to follow these guidelines.