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Your donation will support us to continue our vital work as we race towards effective treatment for all.

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We offer high-quality, trusted information and support to help everyone affected by CF live life to the full.

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New diagnosis

If your baby has just been diagnosed with CF, you might not know where to start. We've pulled together some information to help make things easier.

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About cystic fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic condition affecting over 11,000 people in the UK. You are born with CF and cannot catch it later in life, but one in 25 of us carries the faulty gene that causes it, usually without knowing.

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School resources

By working together with the school and your CF team, you can make sure your child’s education is not limited by CF.

Latest news and blogs

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Our submission to the Women and Equalities Committee: why flexible working must work for people with cystic fibrosis (CF)

We recently submitted evidence to the Government’s Women and Equalities Committee is doing an inquiry into equality at work, which is focusing on flexible working and disability. We aimed to make sure that experiences of people with cystic fibrosis (CF) are clearly reflected in this discussion. We know that while flexible working has become more common, it still doesn't work well enough for many people in our community.

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How clinical studies are changing the way we detect, diagnose and treat lung infections

Treating lung infections earlier and more effectively could help improve the daily life and lung health of people with CF, as well as playing a key role in addressing the growing issue of antimicrobial resistance. Find out more about the studies currently underway looking at how we detect and treat infections – and how to get involved.

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Cystic Fibrosis Trust responds to announcement that PIP 'is not fit for purpose'

Today (9 July), Cystic Fibrosis Trust has responded to findings from the Government’s first comprehensive review into the disability benefit (PIP), which found it is “not fit for purpose”.

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Current issues

Find out about plans to reform Personal Independence Payments (PIP), energy costs, Creon shortages, what we're doing to help resolve these issues, and how we can support you.

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London to Paris Cycle

Cycling from London to Paris is one of the great cycle experiences in Europe. Passing through picturesque Kent countryside, we cross the Channel and...

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CF never lets you have a day off

Cystic fibrosis is a life-limiting, genetic condition without a cure. It dominates thousands of lives every day. You never get a day off when you have CF. 

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