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In Utero Treatment of Fetal Cystic Fibrosis
A fetus with cystic fibrosis was treated in utero with elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor to prevent meconium ileus.
Esophageal and Airway Treatment (EAT) Program at CHOP
The Esophageal and Airway Treatment Program at CHOP specializes in treating children with airway and esophageal conditions.
Why I Give
My husband, Keven, and I wanted our philanthropy to reach as many people as possible. Giving to CHOP lets us have a positive effect on so many children locally and, through scientific research, even globally.
Q&A with Clement Ren, MD, MBA
Clement Ren, MD, MBA, joined the Division of Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine in July and will lead the Cystic Fibrosis Center.
Not Feeling Great? The Visit Can Wait!
Visiting a child in the hospital can lift everybody’s spirits. But if you’re sick or you’ve been around someone who is sick, a hospital visit can have serious consequences.
Tips for Discussing Five Feet Apart with Children who have Cystic Fibrosis
If approached thoughtfully, the new movie Five Feet Apart may provide an opportunity for constructive conversations about living with cystic fibrosis, and help raise awareness around the disease.
Managing Your Child’s Chronic Disease: Make Your School Your Ally
Read advice for working with schools to keep your child with chronic disease healthy and safe.
Nutrition Tips: Top 3 Calories Boosters for People with Cystic Fibrosis
Find easy ways to help your child with cystic fibrosis add healthy calories and fats to their diets.
Debby McGrath Receives Award at Take a Breather Foundation Gala
Debby McGrath, MSS, received the Partnership Award from the Take A Breather Foundation. As a social worker with the Cystic Fibrosis Center, Debby has helped countless cystic fibrosis patients and their families.
Winter CF Focus: What You Should Know about Germs
When people with cystic fibrosis get a respiratory virus, they may get sicker because of their lung disease. Find out how you can lower your risk of catching and spreading germs.