Treatments and Initiatives
What is the name of the condition characterized by low sodium content in the blood?
Hyponatremia
What glands does Cystic Fibrosis primarily affect?
The exocrine glands
Name one effect of exercise on individuals with Cystic Fibrosis.
Any one of: Slow down decline of lung function, strengthen myocardium and skeletal muscles, prevent low BMD, airway clearance, improved quality of life
What is Canada's largest post-secondary fundraiser supporting Cystic Fibrosis treatment and research?
Shinerama
How is Cystic Fibrosis developed/ transmitted?
Genetic inheritance
What is the current life expectancy for a Canadian living with Cystic Fibrosis?
53.3 years or 53 years
How many copies of a defective CFTR gene must an individual possess to develop Cystic Fibrosis?
2 defective copies (recessive)
What should the frequency of resistance training be for an individual with Cystic Fibrosis?
3-4 times per week
What opportunity exists at Western to fight against to aid in the fight against Cystic Fibrosis?
Participation in the Kinesiology Ganes
What condition characterized by high blood sugar, can come as a result of Cystic Fibrosis?
CF Related Diabetes
What is the name of the dominant company in the Global Cystic Market?
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Fill in the blank. Approximately 1 in ________ Canadian children are born with Cystic Fibrosis.
1 in 3600 Canadian children.
What is one contraindication for individuals with Cystic Fibrosis?
Any one of: cigarette smoke, multiple medications
What local organization spearheads many initiatives related to Cystic Fibrosis research and patient care?
London Health Sciences Centre (CF Program)
Do Cystic Fibrosis carriers experience symptoms of the disease in all cases?
No, carriers do not all experience symptoms. Many only have one copy of a defective gene, you have to have two copies for the condition and symptoms to arise
Name 2 of the fundraising events that are run by Local Cystic Fibrosis Chapters
Walk to Make History, Lawn Bowling tournaments, and Wrapping for a Cure
Name two methods that Cystic Fibrosis can be diagnosed?
Any 2 of: Sweat test, Genetic testing, and Prenatal screening
What are the two Health and Wellness focuses of Cystic Fibrosis Canada?
Coping strategies and Emotional wellness
What are two physical barriers to physical activity for individuals with Cystic Fibrosis?
Any two of: muscle related physical discomfort, disease related physical discomfort, and sedentary behavior
What national Cystic Fibrosis initiative might you bring a backpack, a good pair of shoes, and footie pajamas for?
Cystic Fibrosis Canada's Walk to Machu Picchu