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We fund vital research, improve care, speak out and race towards effective treatments for all. But we can't do it without you.

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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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Donate your time, money or voice and make a real difference today!

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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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Help more people come home from hospital

With your donation, we can fund research into groundbreaking treatments that will save lives.

Latest news and blogs

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UK Government publishes Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill

Yesterday, the Government introduced a bill to make changes to the benefits system. We are concerned that the proposed changes will reduce vital support for some people with CF. Find out more about how this could affect you – and how you can have your say.

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The Government announces plans to boost clinical trials

Today, the Government has announced plans to boost clinical trials as part of the NHS 10-year health plan.

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Addressing the risks of antimicrobial resistance (AMR)

Today, 13 June, the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), which looks at the value for money of Government projects, has published a report looking at the progress to tackle AMR and what still needs to be done.

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Current issues

Find out about the Alyftrek appraisal, Creon shortages, I-neb nebulisers, the cost of living crisis, and plans to reform the benefits system, what we're doing to help resolve these issues, and how we can support you.

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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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Contact our friendly Helpline team who can provide you with information about any aspect of living with cystic fibrosis.

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