My Great Strides Story
Melissa Nelson
Fundraising for Louisville Great Strides
Melissa Nelson
My son, Matthew was born on Valentine's Day 1974. He was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis when he was 18 months old. He was originally tested for the disease because he had unusually salty skin. We were told that his life expectancy would be 18 years at that time. We were blessed to have him for 33 years. He lost his battle in October of 2007. Even though we were unable to save Matt, we are constantly encouraged that those born with this incurable disease can live longer, healthier lives. The specialized care patients received has added years and improved the quality of their lives.
There is currently no cure for cystic fibrosis and too many people with CF 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. We will always have hope that a cure will be found soon.
Thank You for making a difference!
There is currently no cure for cystic fibrosis and too many people with CF 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. We will always have hope that a cure will be found soon.
Thank You for making a difference!
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