Cystic Fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is the most common, fatal hereditary disease in the U.S., affecting approximately
30,000 children and adults. A defective gene causes the body to produce an abnormally thick, sticky
mucus that clogs the lungs and leads to life-threatening lung infections. These thick secretions also
obstruct the pancreas, preventing digestive enzymes from reaching the intestines to help break down
and absorb food. On average, individuals with CF have a lifespan of approximately 37 years.
For further information on CF, see our resources page.
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is the most common, fatal hereditary disease in the U.S., affecting approximately
30,000 children and adults. A defective gene causes the body to produce an abnormally thick, sticky
mucus that clogs the lungs and leads to life-threatening lung infections. These thick secretions also
obstruct the pancreas, preventing digestive enzymes from reaching the intestines to help break down
and absorb food. On average, individuals with CF have a lifespan of approximately 37 years.
For further information on CF, see our resources page.
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Elizabeth Nash Foundation
PO Box 1260
Los Gatos, CA 95031-1260
PO Box 1260
Los Gatos, CA 95031-1260
| DEDICATED TO IMPROVING THE LIVES OF THOSE AFFECTED BY CYSTIC FIBROSIS |
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