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  • Stem Cells May Offer Alternative to Lung Transplants
    (06-Nov-2009)
    Novel protocol could provide new lung tissue for certain patients, researchers say

  • Gene 'Switch' May Help Drive Excess Fluid in Lungs
    (15-Sep-2009)
    Finding could lead to treatments for bronchitis, asthma, researchers say

  • Gene Linked to Liver Disease in Cystic Fibrosis
    (08-Sep-2009)
    Screening for the variation could help identify risk factors early on, researchers say

  • Zenpep Approved for Pancreatic Disorder
    (28-Aug-2009)
    Makes up for lack of digestive enzymes

  • Cystic Fibrosis Treatment May Cause Hearing Loss
    (02-Jul-2009)
    Ear evaluation urged for youngsters taking common antibacterial medication

  • New Spray Could Benefit Cystic Fibrosis Patients
    (18-May-2009)
    Airways remained clear and moist in studies, researcher says

  • Creon, a Pancreatic Enzyme Substitute, Approved
    (07-May-2009)
    Derived from pig pancreas

  • Double-Lung Transplant Better for Long-Term Survival
    (22-Apr-2009)
    But finding is controversial, since bilateral procedure could halve number of recipients

  • Insights Give New Hope Against Cystic Fibrosis
    (20-Mar-2009)
    Behavior of certain white blood cells may hold key to treatment, scientists say

  • Study Pinpoints New Gene for Cystic Fibrosis
    (25-Feb-2009)
    Variant can affect disease severity, experts say

  • Scientists Spot Key to Cystic Fibrosis Infections
    (16-Dec-2008)
    Targeting pigments in mucus could fight deadly bacteria in lungs

  • Aggressive Therapy May Stem CF Progression in Infants
    (05-Dec-2008)
    Treating cystic fibrosis in first 6 months appears most effective, Australian study finds

  • Estrogen May Explain Why Women With Cystic Fibrosis Suffer More
    (21-Nov-2008)
    Study found high levels of hormone worsened respiratory disease

  • Vitamin D Guidelines Too Low for Cystic Fibrosis Kids
    (13-Oct-2008)
    Study says deficiency persists even after weekly doses up to 3 times recommended amount

  • Researchers Develop Pig Model for Cystic Fibrosis
    (26-Sep-2008)
    Now they can track disease progression as it happens, something not possible in humans

  • Experimental Drug Shows Early Promise Against Cystic Fibrosis
    (21-Aug-2008)
    The molecule causes flawed gene to work properly, researchers say

  • Newborn Screening Suggests Decline in Cystic Fibrosis
    (28-Feb-2008)
    Study also found drop in a severe form of the disorder

  • Secondhand Smoke Worsens Lung Function in Cystic Fibrosis Patients
    (29-Jan-2008)
    No safe level for sufferers, especially those with genetic variant, study says

  • Ibuprofen Preserves Lung Function in Kids With Cystic Fibrosis
    (30-Nov-2007)
    Therapy slowed respiratory decline by almost a third, study found

  • Most U.S. Newborns Now Screened for Genetic Disease
    (11-Jul-2007)
    State-by-state 'report card' shows rates nearly doubled in two years

  • Cystic Fibrosis Can Harm Kids' Bones
    (04-May-2007)
    Other risk factors may aggravate the condition, findings show

  • Immune Proteins Give Clues to Cystic Fibrosis
    (03-Nov-2006)
    Three show up in CF patients in unique way, researchers say

  • Rogue Protein May Be Key to Cystic Fibrosis
    (07-Jul-2006)
    Reining it in could someday lead to effective treatment, researchers say

  • Some Cystic Fibrosis Patients May Safely Stop Using Inhalers
    (15-Jun-2006)
    Study found no increase in risk when individuals quit the regimen

  • Health Tip: Understanding Cystic Fibrosis
    (08-Jun-2006)
    Disease causes thick mucus to fill the lungs

  • Food Preservative Might Help Cystic Fibrosis Patients
    (31-Jan-2006)
    Sodium nitrite works against germ linked to respiratory problems, study finds

  • Saline Solution Helps Cystic Fibrosis Patients Breathe Easier
    (18-Jan-2006)
    Aids in clearing away dangerous mucus, researchers report

  • Study Refutes Cystic Fibrosis Bone Treatment
    (15-Jul-2005)
    Recommended amounts of vitamin D don't reverse bone loss, study finds


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