Health News Archives

Aggressive Therapy May Stem CF Progression in Infants
Treating cystic fibrosis in first 6 months appears most effective, Australian study finds

Estrogen May Explain Why Women With Cystic Fibrosis Suffer More
Study found high levels of hormone worsened respiratory disease

Vitamin D Guidelines Too Low for Cystic Fibrosis Kids
Study says deficiency persists even after weekly doses up to 3 times recommended amount

Researchers Develop Pig Model for Cystic Fibrosis
Now they can track disease progression as it happens, something not possible in humans

Experimental Drug Shows Early Promise Against Cystic Fibrosis
The molecule causes flawed gene to work properly, researchers say

Secondhand Smoke Worsens Lung Function in Cystic Fibrosis Patients
No safe level for sufferers, especially those with genetic variant, study says

Ibuprofen Preserves Lung Function in Kids With Cystic Fibrosis
Therapy slowed respiratory decline by almost a third, study found

Lung Transplants May Not Help Most Cystic Fibrosis Children
Study found little improvement, but procedures have also changed since analysis was made

Experts Release New Cystic Fibrosis Guidelines
Includes updated info on which drugs work, which don't

Newborn Screening Suggests Decline in Cystic Fibrosis
Study also found drop in a severe form of the disorder