Keeping kids with cystic fibrosis healthy

Cystic fibrosis (CF) needs active treatment in order to keep patients as healthy as possible and to help them participate in their normal activities.

Managing CF requires attention to be focused on: 

• Helping the lungs work at the best possible level;
• Keeping the lungs free of infection;
• Assuring healthy fluids;
• Making sure the nutrition is adequate.

Also important to their health are: 

• Proper vaccinations
• Exercise,
• Avoiding tobacco smoke