My Great Strides Story
Emily Plumadore
Fundraising for Plattsburgh Great Strides
Emily Plumadore
My son, Grant, was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis just a few days after birth following a very rough start to life with major abdominal surgery at just over a day old. We have been blessed with the current advancements in cystic fibrosis care allowing him to live a relatively healthy life thus far and be a typical rambunctious 2 year old, much improved beyond what we were capable of in recent history. It is with the generous and compassionate support of our community that we have been able to accomplish such huge advancements in extending and drastically improving the lives of those battling with cystic fibrosis. I am forever grateful for the outpouring of support we see each year for not just my son, but for all of those with cystic fibrosis, their families, and those still struggling with gene variants that are not yet eligible for the current highly effective therapies.
There is currently no cure for cystic fibrosis and too many people with CF still die young. I'm walking to help change that reality.
CF is a genetic, life-shortening disease that devastates the lungs, pancreas, and other vital organs. CF makes it difficult to breathe and fight life-threatening infections, often leading to extensive lung damage and respiratory failure.
Every person born with cystic fibrosis is on a unique journey and experiences this challenging disease differently. While progress has been made, a long road lies ahead for far too many people fighting this terrible disease. We need a cure so that everyone with CF has a better chance to live a long, healthy life.
Will you help us end cystic fibrosis?
By donating to my fundraising goal, you have the power to advance the research and science needed to drive our shared dream forward - a cure for everyone with CF.
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