Cystic Fibrosis

Follow the links below to find information on cystic fibrosis.

Reviewed January 2009

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Title:   Cystic fibrosis: fast facts
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Some fast facts about Cystic Fibrosis, a genetic condition affecting one in every 2,500 Australian babies.
Date:   May 2009

Title:   Newborn screening
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   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.
Date:   Dec 2008

Title:   Cystic fibrosis
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a life threatening genetic disorder. 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.
Date:   Sep 2008

Title:   Bronchiectasis: a new look at an old adversary
Publisher:   Australian Prescriber
Description:   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.
Date:   Jun 2008

Title:   Cystic fibrosis
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   Information on the symptoms, treatment and diagnosis of cystic fibrosis written by professional medical specialists.
Date:   May 2008

Title:   Cystic fibrosis
Publisher:   Dietitians Association of Australia
Description:   People with cystic fibrosis have special nutritional needs. They need higher amounts of most nutrients to stay healthy. It is important for people with cystic fibrosis to see an Accredited Practising Dietitian who can help to make sure nutritional needs are being met.
Date:   Jan 2008

Title:   Sweat test
Publisher:   Sydney Children's Hospital,The Children's Hospital at Westmead
Description:   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.
Date:   Dec 2007

Title:   Cystic fibrosis
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   In cystic fibrosis the secretions produced by glands in various parts of the body are abnormally sticky.
Date:   Oct 2006

Title:   Transition care - the Cystic Fibrosis NSW experience
Publisher:   Consumers' Health Forum of Australia (CHF)
Description:   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.
Date:   Jan 2004

Title:   Newborn screening: test to protect your baby
Publisher:   Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
Description:   Routine test for newborn babies in NSW. Over 30 rare disorders can now be detected by the newborn screening test.
Date:   May 2003
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