List of people diagnosed with cystic fibrosis

Content sourced from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.

The following notable people have or had cystic fibrosis.

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disease that mainly affects the lungs and the digestive system. People with CF produce thick mucus, which can lead to lung infections and trouble absorbing nutrients from food. CF shows up differently in each person, but many people with CF now live longer and lead active lives thanks to better treatments and care.

Treatments that help include daily chest therapy to loosen mucus, inhaled medicines, antibiotics to treat infections, and pancreatic enzyme pills taken with meals. Good nutrition and regular exercise are also important.

There are several well-known people who have lived with CF. They have shared their experiences to raise awareness, support research, and inspire others. This article gives a short look at these individuals and how CF has affected their lives.