CF-FRIENDLY FOODS: THE AVOCADO
The avocado has become a pretty trendy food as of late, and for good reason: it’s very good for you. It’s high in monounsaturated fat…
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Introducing: CF Registry Facts
Last month we launched the 2014 Canadian CF Registry Annual Report! The Registry demonstrates our enhanced focus on leading in quality improvement and excelling in…
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Understanding How Other Proteins in the Body Interact with CFTR
Cystic Fibrosis Canada-funded researcher Dr. Igor Stagljar is part of a team doing ground-breaking research that could lead to new drug targets to treat cystic…
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Shinerama: Top Fundraising Tips
Shine Day may be the biggest fundraising day of Shinerama, but the months leading up to it are crucial if you’d like to reach (or…
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ORKAMBI™ Update: Letter from Vertex Pharmaceuticals
We have an ORKAMBI™ update; please read this letter Cystic Fibrosis Canada received from Vertex regarding the CADTH reconsideration. Cystic Fibrosis Canada is committed to…
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10 benefits of volunteering with Cystic Fibrosis Canada
Volunteering with CF Canada is a great way to get involved and give back. Not only does it benefit our community, but volunteering has plenty…
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Spotlight: Ross Drake
Meet Ross Drake, of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Ross is the father of three sons, two of which live with cystic fibrosis (CF). Ross has dedicated…
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Shiner of the Month – June 2016
Hello Shinerama Nation! We are so excited to announce the Shiner of the Month for June. We had plenty of excellent nominees, but one shiner…
Read MoreAdvocacy in action: Simone’s story
My name is Simone McFee. I’m a 25-year-old woman from BC and I have cystic fibrosis (CF). As I’ve gotten older, this progressive disease has…
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