I Run to Cure CF!
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a progressive, genetic disease which causes recurrent and persistent lung infections, and eventually limits the ability to breathe over time by causing irreversible fibrosis in the lungs. Patients with CF also have issues with absorbing nutrients and reproduction, therefore lowering patients' quality of life. As a pharmacist, I have had the unfortunate opportunity to meet several patients with CF. I have also been able to recommend cutting edge medications to these patients in order to improve their health and watch it work what they deemed "miracles".
Description
Cystic fibrosis is a rare, genetic disease found in about 40,000 people in the U.S. causing persistent lung infections and limiting the ability to breath over time. Those living with this disease are moms, dads, sisters, brothers, daughters, sons, friends, and co-workers --all struggling each day just to breathe and live normal, healthy lives.
While there has been significant progress in treating this disease, there is still no cure and too many lives are cut far too short. By participating in the Pittsburgh Marathon on behalf of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, I run to help add tomorrows to the lives of all people living with cystic fibrosis today. Please make a difference and support me by donating to my fundraising campaign today!
Then please consider joining the team! For more information - reach out to Megan Rula - mrula@cff.org
Recent donors
Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
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Mar 20 | Emily N | Undisclosed amount |
Mar 20 | Samantha Bailey | $27.48 |