Zinc is an essential nutrient that is often deficient in cystic fibrosis due to malabsorption, which can influence immunity, infections and certain complications, which warrants monitoring and targeted supplementation as needed.
November 8, 2018
Health issues
Colorectal cancer
People living with cystic fibrosis may have an increased risk of colorectal cancer with age, which is why appropriate and earlier detection is important according to certain recommendations.
November 2, 2018
General
Access to treatments: an incomplete advance
A critical look at therapeutic progress and inequalities in access to cystic fibrosis treatments.
January 27, 2017
Interviews and testimonies
Testimonial: Pregnancy follow-up when you have CF... and twins!
Follow-up of a high-risk pregnancy in a woman with cystic fibrosis pregnant with twins.
March 26, 2015
Studies
Study on the psychological needs of adults living with cystic fibrosis
A Canadian study that reveals the importance of mental health needs and the lack of access to psychological services among adults with cystic fibrosis.
March 14, 2016
Interviews and testimonies
Testimonial: infertility, cystic fibrosis and the desire for motherhood
A personal testimony recounting a journey of seven years towards motherhood, marked by infertility, cystic fibrosis and the profound desire to start a family.
Presentation of the new issue of SVB, marked by team changes, new projects and a special report on the psychological impacts of Trikafta.
February 1, 2023
Research
Quebec announces neonatal screening for cystic fibrosis
Quebec is finally implementing neonatal screening for cystic fibrosis, a major advance that will allow for earlier diagnosis and better health outcomes in the long term.