THE CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Mission Statement:

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation was established In 1955 to assure the development of the means to cure and control cystic fibrosis and to improve the quality of life for those with the disease.

What is Cystic Fibrosis?

Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disease affecting approximately 30,000 children and adults in the United States; a defective gene causes the body to produce abnormally thick, sticky mucus. This abnormal mucus leads to chronic and life threatening lung infections and impairs digestion. Currently, there is no cure. Over 10 million Americans (1 in 29) are silent carriers of the defective gene.
Foundation-supported scientists, however, are writing a remarkable medical success story. They are quickly translating what they learn about the CF gene and CF cells in the laboratory into promising new treatments. Based on their success, clinical trials on new drug treatments and landmark gene therapy studies are now underway.

We are happy to report that the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has received recognition in SmartMoney, the magazine of the Wall Street Journal as one of the “17 charities that won't waste money."   For the second year in a row, the CF Foundation has been cited for its efficiency. We are extraordinarily proud of this accomplishment and know that this efficiency will continue to pay big dividends in terms of medical advances.

By investing in the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, you are helping to fund the landmark research that will, one day, make a tremendous difference in the lives of those with the disease. With your help, we can give the children and adults with CF the quality of life and the future they deserve.
 

For More Information:

Visit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation website at: www.cff.com  or
E-mail the Rochester Chapter at: rochester-ny@cff.org