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CF Adults

Last Updated: Aug 2011

Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is the most common, life shortening genetic disorder in Caucasians. CF causes the body to produce abnormally thick and sticky mucus in several different parts of the body, most prominently in the lungs and other parts of the respiratory system. It also affects the pancreas, leading to serious digestive problems.

These 'Speaking from Experience' video clips offer first-hand accounts from adults living with CF. It was produced in partnership with Cystic Fibrosis Victoria.

Click on the Animations tab to view 3D medical animations about this illness.

That was then, this is now

Clip 1 of 9: CF Adults

Play 2:34 min 3.1 MB
Changes in care & treatment

Clip 2 of 9: CF Adults

Play 3:11 min 3.2 MB
Maintaining health

Clip 3 of 9: CF Adults

Members Only 5:34 min 6.2 MB
Impact on lifestyle

Clip 4 of 9: CF Adults

Members Only 5:24 min 5.8 MB
Study & employment

Clip 5 of 9: CF Adults

Members Only 5:34 min 5.8 MB
Relationships

Clip 6 of 9: CF Adults

Members Only 7:52 min 8.6 MB
Transplants

Clip 7 of 9: CF Adults

Members Only 3:06 min 5.5 MB
Other issues

Clip 8 of 9: CF Adults

Members Only 3:28 min 4.1 MB
Closing thoughts

Clip 9 of 9: CF Adults

Members Only 3:06 min 3.1 MB

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