The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (PFF) has named Pauline Bianchi, a veteran nurse and pharmaceutical industry expert, its vice president of research and development. Two of her roles will be overseeing the PFF Care Center Network and PFF Therapeutics Network, key elements of the organization’s strategy to improve care and…
The Feldman Family Foundation will hold its 5th Annual Texas Hold ’Em poker tournament to raise funds for pulmonary fibrosis research on Saturday, March 10, in the Chicago area. Foundation officials said the event will be in the grand ballroom of the Chevy Chase Country Club in Wheeling, Illinois. It…
On last week’s Rare Disease Day, held Feb. 28, Boehringer Ingelheim launched a new campaign titled “Why Wait in IPF?” to raise awareness about the importance of early diagnosis of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and treatment with anti-fibrotic drugs. Even though international guidelines recommend treatment with anti-fibrotic drugs…
While doctors are sometimes able to identify the causes which led to the development of pulmonary fibrosis (PF), there are many instances where the cause can not be determined, making it a case of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). MORE: Study links biology of aging and IPF, opens new paths for possible therapies…
Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is not a lung disease itself but a group of several lung conditions, including idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). You can see the difference between IPF and other interstitial lung diseases by looking at the affected lung tissue under a microscope. According to WebMD, ILDs attack the interstitium, the tissue and space around the lung’s air sacs. MORE: Interstitial lung disease remains major a diagnostic challenge This large group of diseases is known for creating progressive scarring of the interstitium which can cause progressive lung stiffness that will end up affecting the patient’s breathing…
To be considered eligible for an organ transplant, patients will often go on a long and difficult journey. Candidates are put through a series of tests and actually receiving an organ will include a lot of waiting and hoping. To make the road to transplant a little easier, we’ve put together some advice from…
We know dealing with pulmonary fibrosis sometimes feels like an uphill battle, both for the patients and the caregivers. You feel like you’re not doing enough or as if the disease is taking up all your time and attention. To help you on your journey, we’ve gathered a few quotes we…
When it comes to understanding pulmonary fibrosis, asking your healthcare providers any questions you may have should always be your first option. Unlike an unknown source on the Internet or that friend of a friend who suffers from the same condition, your healthcare providers are trained and studied for years to be able to answer your questions, especially…
Keeping yourself healthy can feel impossible sometimes, especially if you have pulmonary fibrosis (PF). However, the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation suggests a few lifestyle changes that can improve your quality of life. 1. Exercise You may feel tempted to exercise as little as possible to avoid feeling short of breath or…
The name Robert Craig might not ring a bell, but the stage name Evel Knievel is universally recognized. Born Oct. 17, 1938, Evel Knievel grew up to be a famous motorcycle stunt performer and entertainer who dedicated his life to defying death. In fact, he became known not only for his…
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