by Guest Author | May 13, 2026 | Videos
For decades, families in Egypt lived without answers. Since 1997, Dr. Samya Nasr, Professor of Pediatrics and Pediatric Pulmonologist at University of Michigan Health, has worked to raise awareness of cystic fibrosis in Egypt, leading global efforts to improve...
by Guest Author | May 11, 2026 | Podcasts
Bridging Two Countries, One Mission: Cesar and Nora Hernandez Fight for Spanish-Speaking CF Families“When Alex was diagnosed, we felt fear and responsibility. If we had access to information in Spanish, other families should too. No one should feel lost because of...
by Guest Author | May 4, 2026 | Podcasts
I first met Margarete Cassalina when we were hosted for dinner by Bob Emmelkamp at the North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference (NACFC). We connected immediately. There was an ease to our conversation, a shared understanding that doesn’t require much explanation in...
by Guest Author | Apr 27, 2026 | Podcasts
Education, connection, and community are at the heart of our CF community. On Saturday, April 18th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. we gathered at the Next Step Gallery in Ferndale. Set in a bright gallery space surrounded by art, the event offered a welcoming environment...
by Guest Author | Apr 13, 2026 | Podcasts
“Being a CF aunt has shaped so much of my life. Now I get the opportunity to turn that love and connection into helping even more people at Breathe Strong CF.” Julie Dunn Eichenberg didn’t just find the cystic fibrosis community, she’s been part of it for more...
