About Cystic Fibrosis
Cystic Fibrosis is the most common life threatening recessive genetic condition affecting Australian children and young adults today.
- There are approx 3,000 people living with CF in Australia.
- CF seriously affects breathing and digestion.
- People with CF may need to have up to 2 hours intensive chest physiotherapy (to help break up the mucus in their lungs so they can breathe) and up to 40 enzyme tablets (to help their digestion) every day just to survive.
- Due to advancements the average life expectancy of someone living with CF is now mid thirties, but there are still many children who do not reach adulthood.
- Approximately one in every 2,500 babies will be born with CF.
- There are a million genetic carriers of CF in Australia.
- As yet there is no cure.
Why 65 Roses?
"65 Roses" comes from the folklore story of a little boy’s effort to pronounce his sister’s condition. Find out more.
Cystic Fibrosis Q & A
Frequently asked questions and answers about Cystic Fibrosis. Find out more.
About Cystic Fibrosis Australia
Cystic Fibrosis Australia (CFA) is a national body comprising Cystic Fibrosis (CF) state organisations. Find out more.
| About Cystic Fibrosis Australia |
| Why 65 Roses? |
| 65 Roses Song |
| CF Research |
| Cystic Fibrosis Q & A |
| Media |
| Joels Story |
Testimonials
“I'd just like to say thanks to you guys for raising awareness for CF. It’s great to know at least some people know what it means! I'm really open about my CF and think it's great that we can get the message out into the community. I love being different to everyone else and I know that in a lot of ways I'm so much luckier than many of my peers. I've learnt to be patient, tolerant and take everything in my stride. Along with my friends and family, its organisations like this that remind you why you get up each day. Thanks so much your work is truly appreciated.”
Nikki Fields
National Sponsor of
Cystic Fibrosis Australia
