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Follow the links below to find information on cystic fibrosis.
Updated October 2007
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Bronchiectasis: a new look at an old adversary
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Australian Prescriber
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The management of bronchiectasis is finally advancing and patients have new options in terms of diagnostics, antibiotic therapy and physiotherapy. Patients can experience improved quality of life and health outcomes.
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Jun 2008
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Cystic fibrosis
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Virtual Medical Centre.com
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Information on the symptoms, treatment and diagnosis of cystic fibrosis written by professional medical specialists.
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May 2008
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Newborn screening
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Better Health Channel
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Every newborn in Australia is given a blood test to check for the presence of particular genetic or metabolic disorders, including phenylketonuria (PKU), hypothyroidism and cystic fibrosis. The few drops of blood needed for the test are taken by pricking your baby's heel.
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Oct 2007
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Cystic fibrosis
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Better Health Channel
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Cystic fibrosis (CF) is the most common, life threatening genetic disorder in Australia. It severely affects the lungs and digestive system. There is currently no cure; however, with improved medication and treatment to manage symptoms, life expectancy has been extended considerably.
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Sep 2007
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Cystic fibrosis
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myDr
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In cystic fibrosis the secretions produced by glands in various parts of the body are abnormally sticky.
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Oct 2006
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Cystic fibrosis: fast facts
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myDr
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Some fast facts about Cystic Fibrosis, a genetic condition affecting one in every 2,500 Australian babies.
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Jul 2006
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Transition care - the Cystic Fibrosis NSW experience
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Consumers' Health Forum of Australia (CHF)
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Most people with cystic fibrosis moving from the paediatric to the adult hospital face difficulties including changing health care practitioners, hospitals, medications and sharing rooms with elderly people.
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Jan 2004
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Newborn screening: test to protect your baby
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Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
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Routine test for newborn babies in NSW. Over 30 rare disorders can now be detected by the newborn screening test.
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May 2003
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Sweat test
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Sydney Children's Hospital,The Children's Hospital at Westmead
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In sweat tests, a small amount of sweat is taken from the skin and tested to see if a child has cystic fibrosis. This page explains how the test is done, how long it takes and how safe it is.
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Aug 2000
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