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    Will Mucinex help a CF cold?

    I know (or at least I've been told by my doctors) that Mucinex doesn't really do much to thin the normal mucus secretions of CF patients, but I'm wondering - has anyone found Mucinex to be helpful with clearing the extra mucus gunk caused by a cold? Or is all the extra mucus the same make-up as...
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    Letter to senators regarding annual/lifetime caps-request input

    I'd for sure leave in the part about working and retiring! It shows that people with CF have the potential to have relatively "normal" lives and contribute to society so long as they have access to the necessary medications and treatments. By allowing annual and lifetime caps, we would be...
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    Recommendations for a better travel compressor

    I use the Pari Trek when I travel. Like your daughter, I do 8 treatments a day. I like the Pari Trek because it is lightweight and compact, plus it has a battery option, and the cord is ac/dc, good for when traveling out of the US. Plus, it comes in a convenient carrying pouch. When I...
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    Life with Pan-Resistant Bacteria?

    Hi Folks, I've had a bit of a rough year and seem to have lost a good chunk of lung function thanks to recurring infections and a fun little bout with a pneumothorax. After my most recent flare-up, I've now been in the hospital about 2 weeks on what I consider "last ditch" IV antibiotics for...
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