{"id":1304,"date":"2019-08-16T10:30:54","date_gmt":"2019-08-16T10:30:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.righthealth.com\/?p=1304"},"modified":"2019-08-16T10:31:01","modified_gmt":"2019-08-16T10:31:01","slug":"9-videos-that-help-explain-cystic-fibrosis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.righthealth.com\/topic\/cystic-fibrosis-video\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Videos That Help Explain Cystic Fibrosis"},"content":{"rendered":"

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder that affects over 30,000 individuals<\/a> in the United States alone. Although this may seem like a significant number, it’s low enough for CF to be classified as “rare” under the definition<\/a> created by the US Congress in 1983.<\/p>\n

Nevertheless, CF is one of the most common lifespan-reducing genetic conditions in North America and Europe. Advancements in medical care over several decades have transformed the treatment of CF and people with the disorder have greater life expectancy and quality of life than ever before.<\/p>\n

However, campaign groups and medical professionals alike realize that there is much more to be done to improve outcomes for CF patients.<\/p>\n

This helpful series of videos has been carefully curated to highlight key topical issues surrounding CF and to improve your understanding of the condition. Some illustrate the impact of CF, while others shine a light on the research innovations that may one day transform treatment.<\/p>\n

<\/span>1. CF affects approximately 1 in 3,000 newborns of Northern European ancestry<\/span><\/h2>\n
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