In a study at the University of North Carolina (Chapel Hill), researchers found that there may be a much more effective new way to isolate lung stem cells in order…
A North Carolina-based research group has just developed research that indicates a potential stem cell treatment for lung fibrosis conditions such as cystic fibrosis (CF) and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF).…
Happy Friday! This week, we have a story that might break your heart about a woman who battled cystic fibrosis. But we also have a story that might inspire you about a…
Most people take breathing for granted — until the ability to breathe is impaired. People with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) know this all too well. Without the ability to readily…
A little thing called "genomic technology" could just be a game changer for people who suffer from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF.) What is genomic technology? Glad you asked. Genomics is…
Recently, the U.S. FDA has deemed a particular idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) drug "orphan drug status" worthy. Last week, on July 25, 2017, it was reported that the FDA granted…
Welcome Back to Editor's Choice! The end of the week is finally here, and we have some reading material for you. First, we have an awesome story of a CF…
An immensely frustrating aspect of living with a health condition, and particularly a rare one such as idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), is that other people might know nothing about the very disease…
Happy Friday! How's the the sweltering heat treating you all (if you're on the east coast of the US, that is)? Hoping you are keeping cool! In the meantime, check out…
Researchers have just found some really exciting information that will be crucial in the development of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) treatments from here on out. Scientists at Northwestern Medicine have…
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…
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…
Sign Up With a Patient Worthy Account and Share Your Rare Story
- OR -
Make a difference, share your experiences and get paid. Opt-in and join Patient Worthy's panel for paid opportunities such as surveys, market research, patient advisory panels and more.
- OR -
Make a difference, share your experiences and get paid. Opt-in and join Patient Worthy's panel for paid opportunities such as surveys, market research, patient advisory panels and more.
