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Cystic Fibrosis: An Inherited Disorder

Posted on May 20, 2021 by mpgarcia

What is cystic fibrosis (CF)? It is an inherited disorder that affects the mucus-producing cells. Learn more in our most recent blog post. #CysticFibrosis Continue reading →

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What is Cystic Fibrosis?

Posted on May 3, 2019 by mpgarcia

According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), cystic fibrosis (CF) is a “genetic condition that affects a protein in the body,” which can impact the body’s cells, tissues, and the … Continue reading →

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What is Cystic Fibrosis?

Posted on February 22, 2016 by mpgarcia

The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) defines cystic fibrosis (CF) as an “inherited disease of the secretory glands.” These glands include those that make mucus and sweat. Inherited means that the … Continue reading →

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