Now, get a straw, put that between your lips and take that deep breath one more time. Doesn't feel as good does it? Now, imagine that is how you take every breath...because you have Cystic Fibrosis.
Our nine year old daughter Alison, has this devastating genetic disease. On January 6, 2001, at just 1 day old, Alison was diagnosed with CF. She spent 116 days at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. It was so hard being told that all was not right, but with one look at our little girl we knew we could fight this and win!
There is STILL no cure for CF, the life expectancy for those with CF continues to climb to over age 37. This phenomenal progress is a direct result of fund raising efforts that have met the tremendous cost of medical research.
We invite you to join us in the annual Great Strides walk for CF. Alison and all of us have walked every year since she was born - 10 YEARS -...and we won't stop until CF stands for Cure Found!
If you cannot walk with us, we hope that you will consider making a donation to Team Alison.
Making a donation is easy and secure! Just click the "Click to Donate" button on the Team Alison page at cff.org/greatstrides to make a donation that will be credited to my team. Any amount you can donate is greatly appreciated!
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a devastating genetic disease that affects tens of thousands of children and young adults in the United States. Research and care supported by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is making a huge difference in extending the quality of life for those with CF. However, we continue to lose precious lives to CF every day. That's why your help is needed now more than ever to ensure that a cure is found sooner - rather than later. To learn more about CF and the CF Foundation, visit www.cff.org.
Together, we can make a difference in Alison's life and the lives of those with CF! Thank you for supporting the mission of the CF Foundation and GREAT STRIDES!
