Etiology of Cystic Fibrosis

Patient with cystic fibrosis not diagnosed until age 23 years now treated with the new triple therapy Trikafta

The effect of cystic fibrosis on many organs and the frequent lung infections means that it is mostly diagnosed in childhood. Somehow, for Verônica Stasiak Bednarczuk, that diagnosis did not arrive ...

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North Bay women earn major award for their charitable efforts

Macrina Perron and Paige Trudeau-Shemilt have given their heart and soul to assist those fighting Cystic Fibrosis for years.

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Runner with Cystic Fibrosis takes on London Marathon for charity

A runner living with Cystic Fibrosis is currently training to run the London Marathon 2025. Finlay Thornell, is setting himself this latest challenge with the aim of increasing awareness of the ...

Pneumonia: What are the main symptoms and how dangerous is it?

Pneumonia is swelling (inflammation) of the tissue in one or both lungs. According to the NHS, it's usually caused by a ...

Little known 'third' type of diabetes linked to Alzheimer's disease

There isn't a cure for the condition, but doctors may recommend medications to slow down the progression of the disease or ...

Alzheimer's disease closely linked to 'third' type of diabetes

Diabetes is a common, lifelong condition that occurs when the pancreas doesn't produce enough insulin, or when the body is unable to effectively use the insulin it produces ...