Cystic Fibrosis
How a lawn bowling fundraiser is changing the lives of those with cystic fibrosis
Lawn Summer Nights is a month-long event that raises money for the cystic fibrosis, the most common fatal genetic disease affecting Canadian children and young adults. Continue reading
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17-year-old Toronto girl living life to the fullest with Cystic Fibrosis
By Susan Hay Anchor/Producer
The genetic disorder that affects mostly the lungs, but also the pancreas, liver, kidneys and intestine has not slowed Anderson down. Continue reading
Cassidy’s Lemonade Stand raising awareness & funds for cystic fibrosis
Cassidy Evans is just 11-years-old and has been operating Cassidy’s Lemonade Stand for the past six years to raise money for cystic fibrosis research. Continue reading
Crossfit Winnipeg hosts fundraiser, fights cystic fibrosis through exercise
By Alison MacKinnon Digital Journalist
Getting in shape is on a lot of people’s minds in January, but for a group of local crossfitters, Saturday’s workout was about something else. Continue reading
Singer-songwriter Jason Mraz surprises teen awaiting double-lung transplant
Jason Mraz stopped by the St. Louis Children’s Hospital in Missouri to help cheer up a young patient fighting for her life. Continue reading
Saskatchewan family fights cystic fibrosis with thousands of butter tarts
By Katelyn Wilson Reporter
The Big Butter Tart Bake for Cystic Fibrosis is now in its fifth year, and on Tuesday, several volunteers helped turn Weyburn’s McKenna Hall into Santa’s workshop, baking more than 13,000 tarts. Continue reading
Regina family hopeful for a cure for cystic fibrosis
By Cami Kepke Reporter
Eight-year-old Ella McDougall’s playtime is cut short by hours of demanding physical therapy, medication, and other treatments every day. Continue reading
‘The possibilities are endless’: Vancouver man pushes for coverage of CF drug
By Kristen Robinson Reporter / Producer
Rejected twice by Canada’s Common Drug Review for lack of evidence on effectiveness, the province of B.C. is once again reviewing Orkambi. Continue reading
Teen at centre of Cards for Jelena campaign receives lung transplant
Jelena Grover has cystic fibrosis, a genetic disease that affects her lungs and digestive system. She’s been waiting for a transplant since January. Continue reading
Three Winnipeg women complete cross-country canoe trip for cystic fibrosis
A trio of Winnipeggers recently completed a cross country canoeing trip from B.C. to New Brunswick to raise funds and awareness for cystic fibrosis. Continue reading