Year 25 of Team Laura fundraising for CFF!! The continued support means the world to Laura's family and I.
The advances in treatments are literally changing lives daily. It is incredibly rewarding to see the efforts of Team Laura over the past 25 years helping these new breakthroughs become a reality.
Recent advancements in cystic fibrosis (CF) research have brought us closer to transformative treatments and potential cures, offering renewed hope to the CF community. One of the most significant breakthroughs has been the development of highly effective modulator therapies, such as the triple-combination drug Trikafta, which targets the underlying genetic cause of CF rather than just the symptoms. These therapies have dramatically improved lung function and quality of life for many individuals with CF, especially those with the most common genetic mutation. Researchers are now working to expand these therapies to benefit a broader range of genetic mutations, ensuring that more patients can experience these life-changing results.
In addition to modulator therapies, scientists are making exciting progress in gene-editing and gene therapy approaches aimed at curing CF entirely. Technologies like CRISPR are being explored to correct the faulty CFTR gene at its source. Early trials and lab studies have shown promise, and several research teams are moving toward clinical trials. These innovations, combined with continued investments in personalized medicine and advanced drug delivery systems, are bringing us closer than ever to a future where CF is not just treatable—but curable. With continued support and funding, we can help accelerate these breakthroughs and bring lasting hope to every person and family affected by cystic fibrosis.
I know that Laura and her mom Sandra are looking down with incredible pride at what their efforts have helped to accomplish.
Anything you can give to get CF treatments over the hump so CF can really stand for Cure Found is greatly appreciated by all of us who have been part of Team Laura.
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