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Let's Find a Cure
Chelsea Leya
Chelsea Leya
$5,000. It's a big goal.
But it's an honor to aim big when the ultimate goal is finding a cure for Cystic Fibrosis (CF).
I am excited to be a part of Pittsburgh's 50 Finest by helping the CF Foundation cure CF. This will provide everyone with CF the opportunity to lead long, fulfilling lives.
What is Cystic Fibrosis?
Sixty years ago, children with CF could not expect to live beyond preschool. Today, as a result of foundation-supported research and care, the median survival age of CF patients is over 50 years old.
Cystic Fibrosis is a progressive, genetic disease that affects the lungs, pancreas, and other organs. The CF Foundation has fostered the development of more than a dozen CF treatments and helped add decades of life for people with CF.
Yet, many people with CF do not benefit from existing therapies. Our vision is a cure for every person with cystic fibrosis – a life free from the burden of this disease – and we will not leave anyone behind.
Why Is This Important to Me?
"This disease does not only affect me but also my family". This one statement stopped me in my tracks when learning more about CF from Joe (Pittsburgh local living with CF). It made me think of my nephews and their toll of their healthcare battles.
Though I do not have have personal experience with CF, I know the constant worry as a family member thinking, "Will they be okay?" or "What is the treatment that will fix this?".
This foundation has helped change the face of this disease by creating treatments that bring families a peace of mind. I am asking my friends and family to help rally around this cause to provide all patients a peace of mind.
How Can I Help?
But it's an honor to aim big when the ultimate goal is finding a cure for Cystic Fibrosis (CF).
I am excited to be a part of Pittsburgh's 50 Finest by helping the CF Foundation cure CF. This will provide everyone with CF the opportunity to lead long, fulfilling lives.
What is Cystic Fibrosis?
Sixty years ago, children with CF could not expect to live beyond preschool. Today, as a result of foundation-supported research and care, the median survival age of CF patients is over 50 years old.
Cystic Fibrosis is a progressive, genetic disease that affects the lungs, pancreas, and other organs. The CF Foundation has fostered the development of more than a dozen CF treatments and helped add decades of life for people with CF.
Yet, many people with CF do not benefit from existing therapies. Our vision is a cure for every person with cystic fibrosis – a life free from the burden of this disease – and we will not leave anyone behind.
Why Is This Important to Me?
"This disease does not only affect me but also my family". This one statement stopped me in my tracks when learning more about CF from Joe (Pittsburgh local living with CF). It made me think of my nephews and their toll of their healthcare battles.
Though I do not have have personal experience with CF, I know the constant worry as a family member thinking, "Will they be okay?" or "What is the treatment that will fix this?".
This foundation has helped change the face of this disease by creating treatments that bring families a peace of mind. I am asking my friends and family to help rally around this cause to provide all patients a peace of mind.
How Can I Help?
- Visit www.cff.org and Learn More About the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's Wonderful Work
- Share this Page so We Can Provide People with Knowledge on Cystic Fibrosis
- Donate Via the Button on My Page!
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