Weston's Warriors
Who is Weston?
Weston is a funny, artistic, friendly, curious kid with interests in science, engineering, building legos, and drawing. Just like most 10 year old boys, when hes not at school or busy you can typically find him gaming or shooting hoops with his friends. Unlike most 10 year olds, Weston has battled Cystic Fibrosis his entire life.
What is Cystic Fibrosis?
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a genetic condition that affects your whole body in many different ways. A certain type of protein either cant be built or does not work properly and it is such an important protein that it has some pretty hard effects. The mucus in his lungs is very thick and sticky and it can be hard to clear. This means he needs lots of special breathing treatments multiple times a day. It also increases his risk of lung infections. His digestive system is also impacted, his pancreas in unable to make enzymes, which are necessary in breaking down his food for absorption. This leads to lots of belly issues and constant monitoring of enzyme dosing to ensure absorption and avoid blockages. These are a few of the ways CF effects Weston's life.
WHY JOIN OR DONATE TO OUR TEAM??
Life with CF has improved do much in the 10 years Wes has been alive thanks to the hard work of the CFF and donations and support from friends and family like you!
Because of all of the progress he has seen happen as a result of these events, Weston is starting to allow himself to dream of a life with no treatments, no enzymes, and maybe even no CF!
Help make Wes and so many other kids dream come true!!
Weston is a funny, artistic, friendly, curious kid with interests in science, engineering, building legos, and drawing. Just like most 10 year old boys, when hes not at school or busy you can typically find him gaming or shooting hoops with his friends. Unlike most 10 year olds, Weston has battled Cystic Fibrosis his entire life.
What is Cystic Fibrosis?
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a genetic condition that affects your whole body in many different ways. A certain type of protein either cant be built or does not work properly and it is such an important protein that it has some pretty hard effects. The mucus in his lungs is very thick and sticky and it can be hard to clear. This means he needs lots of special breathing treatments multiple times a day. It also increases his risk of lung infections. His digestive system is also impacted, his pancreas in unable to make enzymes, which are necessary in breaking down his food for absorption. This leads to lots of belly issues and constant monitoring of enzyme dosing to ensure absorption and avoid blockages. These are a few of the ways CF effects Weston's life.
WHY JOIN OR DONATE TO OUR TEAM??
Life with CF has improved do much in the 10 years Wes has been alive thanks to the hard work of the CFF and donations and support from friends and family like you!
Because of all of the progress he has seen happen as a result of these events, Weston is starting to allow himself to dream of a life with no treatments, no enzymes, and maybe even no CF!
Help make Wes and so many other kids dream come true!!
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