Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) most commonly affects aging adults, but for columnist Charlene Marshall, the disease struck in her late 20s. A diagnosis in and of itself is shocking, but…
WHEW! That week was short, wasn't it? We hope you had an awesome Independence Day Weekend in the US, and Canada Day in our neighbors to the north. This week,…
“Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: Partnering with Your Doctor,” is an interactive program for people diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and their caregivers. And you know what's even more awesome about…
The Pulmonary Fibrosis Warriors (PF Warriors) and monARC Bionetworks teamed up today to host a Facebook Live video, sharing important information about how patients can become more involved in research…
Support for Ofev® just keeps coming! Ofev® (nintedanib) was first approved by the U.S. FDA in 2014 for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) after clinical trials, especially the INPULSIS…
For people living with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF), every day is part of an ongoing battle to hold on tight to lung function as long as possible. That battle can…
Want some more news, events and announcements on IPF? We got 'em! [one_half] [/one_half] [one_half_last] Miracle Drug to Become Much More Affordable Soon IPF Treatment Developments You Should…
Scientists aren’t always the best at sharing amongst themselves. But sharing data could mean accelerated research. By making your own data available to scientists you can help contribute to a…
Positive Thoughts Kim Frederickson was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis (PF) in 2014. She has used her skills as an author to share her story. Her motto is to focus on…
Have you ever heard that we only use 10% of our brains? How about the fact that lightning never strikes the same place twice? Maybe you know the five-second rule.…
We learn the difference between cause and effect at an early age. Before we have the words to express an idea, we learn that when our bellies hurt, we cry…
Everything has a purpose. At least, that’s what my mom taught me. But, you know that wonderful feeling you get when you realize that something can be used for more…
Whenever I couldn’t perform to the best of my ability or follow through with a project, I would typically come down very hard on myself. One thing I am trying…
Happy Friday Patient Worthians! You might notice that the headline has a lot of acronyms in it... ah, welcome to the rare disease world! We DO have answers for what all of that…
When your lungs aren’t getting enough oxygen, it’s a real problem. A big problem, especially, when a person is living with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). But that’s not the only…
I read a rather confusing article about Esbriet, the first FDA-approved treatment for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), and I’d sincerely appreciate your help to make sense of it all. Let me…
I have that sinking feeling… And it’s really starting to bother me. I’ve never said this openly before but here goes: My gut tells me there’s a strange link between…
If you or your loved one is living with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), scientists have proven that there is a link between exercise and longevity—especially for people who have IPF.…
Stephen Mitchell was losing his fight with IPF about five years ago. He began running because he did not want to die of a lung disease, like his father. Although…
After watching a rather “dry” physician, a pulmonologist (I presume) on a video (you can watch it here), I felt like there was more to be had. This goes beyond…
One of the hardest parts of being diagnosed with a strange condition you’ve never heard of—like Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)—is just getting your arms around what the hell it is…
Most people freeze when they hear the first two notes of John Williams’s theme from the movie Jaws. Lovers of classical music and band nerds will wait a few more…
We can only imagine how terrible it would be to be diagnosed with something that sits in our bodies for days or weeks, festering. For some, we find comfort in…
Treading water is difficult. Sometimes, that’s how it feels navigating a new diagnosis. It’s like trying to keep your head above water in a vast, foreign ocean, as waves of information…
Sharks have a fascinating immune system (and as far as we know, they don't develop idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). They can repair wounds and injuries quickly. Researchers even believe that…
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