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Cystic Fibrosis Queensland

WEBCystic fibrosis is the most common, life-limiting genetic condition affecting Australians. Cystic fibrosis causes an abnormal build-up of thick and sticky mucus in the lungs, …

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Reducing the risk of infections for cystic fibrosis people in …

WEBCross-infection can occur with many CF pathogens, in particular, Burkholderia cepacia, certain strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcal aureus …

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Cystic fibrosis-related diabetes

WEBCystic fibrosis-related diabetes (CFRD) is a unique type of diabetes that is common in people with cystic fibrosis. With early diagnosis and proper treatment, CFRD can be …

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What is cystic fibrosis

WEBCystic fibrosis affects the airways, lungs, endocrine system by causing an abnormal build-up of thick and sticky mucus. Treatment requires intensive daily physiotherapy to clear …

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Support and Services

WEBOur programs Cystic Fibrosis Queensland is one of Australia’s largest and oldest organisations supporting people living with chronic illness. Founded in 1960, our mission …

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What they don’t tell you

WEBDescription. What they don’t tell you – a young person’s guide to sexual and reproductive health issues in cystic fibrosis.

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The role of Health Consumer Representatives and why we need …

WEBCystic Fibrosis Queensland encourages all members to be cystic fibrosis advocates, and our team is available to help you to develop the skills and agency to add your voice to …

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Government Subsidies

WEBGovernment subsidies For more in-depth information about concessions and subsidies offered by the Queensland Government, head to the Queensland Savers page. Health …

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Carrier screening

WEBCarrier screening Genetics of cystic fibrosis 9 out of 10 children born with cystic fibrosis are born into families with no known family history of the condition. To have a child with …

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Support for members

WEBSupport for members Physical activity, parking and medical expense subsidies We provide our members with a $150 subsidy per year for any expense which promotes physical …

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Eden Valley Retreat Raffle

WEBWin a four night stay at Eden Health Retreat valued at $6,300! Rest and rejuvenate from your busy life with a visit to Australia’s longest-running health retreat, Eden Health …

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Living with cystic fibrosis

WEBIt is more difficult for people with cystic fibrosis to absorb energy and nutrients from food, so their diet should compensate for this by being higher in kilojoules, fats and nutrients. …

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Mental health care – getting the support you need

WEBWe all experience challenging emotional issues at different times. We can’t always deal with these on our own. If you feel you need help and it’s not an emergency, it’s best to see …

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PBAC Consumer Feedback

WEBPBAC Preparing for PBAC Consumer Comments The Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) is the main mechanism via which the Government subsidises the cost of …

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