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Complications

For many adults, cystic fibrosis (CF) brings other complications. The most common complications are:

Upcoming Events
April 12, 2019
Raise A Glass at Fort Gibralter

Raise A Glass Wine and Beer Tasting Evening at fort Gibralter

This year we’re looking forward to hosting you in the historic Great Hall in Fort Gibralter! This elegant venue, founded in 1809, boasts a central St. Boniface location and free parking for our guests. If you haven’t attended an event at Fort Gibralter this is the evening to experience its charm.

We’re bringing back some of the region’s best breweries, and in keeping with the heritage spirit of the venue, we'll showcase Canadian wines, and our delicious bites will be locally-sourced. We are also refreshing our music and new activities keep evening lively - a bonfire and smores cap off the evening!

 

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CF Champions
Kelly Ann Quinlan
Age 19, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador

My name is Kelly Ann Quinlan and I am 19 years old. I was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at birth. My 24-year-old brother Michael also has cystic fibrosis, which is a challenge, as we both live in the same home but must live separately to a degree. We are very close to our parents and sometimes they struggle with the extra duties and constant cleaning that comes with raising two CF children.

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Canadians with cystic fibrosis consume a large number of enzymes, about 20 pills a day, to help absorb nutrients from food