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Cystic fibrosis: Physical activity and exercise

Physical activity and exercise are important parts of what you can do to manage cystic fibrosis (CF). Learn about activities you can do to improve your lung function.

Cystic fibrosis: Physical activity and exercise

Physical activity and exercise are important parts of what you can do to manage cystic fibrosis (CF). Learn about activities you can do to improve lung function.

Cystic fibrosis (CF)

May is Cystic Fibrosis Month. Learn what causes cystic fibrosis, what the signs and symptoms are, and what treatments are available.

Cystic fibrosis overview

Cystic fibrosis is a genetic condition that affects different systems in your body.

Cystic fibrosis: Airway clearance techniques

​Oscillating PEP (positive expiratory pressure) is an airway clearance technique. Watch this video to learn the steps of performing oscillating PEP.

Cystic fibrosis: The health-care team

The Cystic Fibrosis Clinic is an interdisciplinary team of health-care providers. Learn about the people you will meet and how they can help you.

Cystic fibrosis: Infection control

Infection control is important in limiting the spread of germs between people with cystic fibrosis.

Cystic fibrosis: Medications

There are medications that you may have to take to keep your body healthy.

How cystic fibrosis affects your body

Cystic fibrosis (CF) affects different systems in your body, not just the respiratory system. There may also be changes in your liver, pancreas, intestines, muscles, bones, and reproductive organs.

CFTR modulators: Overview

There are four CFTR modulators available in Canada that are used to treat cystic fibrosis (CF) in people with specific genetic mutations.

Accessing medications for cystic fibrosis in Ontario

There are several different ways cystic fibrosis patients can have their medications covered in Ontario. Learn what your child may qualify for and how to access these programs.

Living with cystic fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis: Clinic appointment

Regular clinic visits can help to identify health issues early on before they can cause harm.

Physical activity: Benefits of exercise for health and wellbeing

Discover how physical activity can improve your child's physical health, brain function and mood.

Physical activity and mental health: Types of physical activity

Take this quiz to find out what type of exercise or activity is right for you based on your exercise preferences.

Physical activity and mental health: Overview

Regular physical activity can benefit your physical and mental health. Learn about how routine exercise can improve your strength, focus and mood.

Cystic fibrosis: Using a nebulizer and compressor

A nebulizer and compressor are used to provide nebulized medications. Learn more about nebulizers and compressors.

Physical activity and sport post heart transplant

Find out why physical activity plays an important role in improving the social, emotional and physical health of children who have had a heart transplant.

Types of diabetes

Find out about the two most common types of diabetes: type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Symptoms and causes differ for each.

Physical activity and sport post lung transplant

Learn about the important role physical activity plays in improving the social, emotional and physical health of children who have had a lung transplant.

Cystic fibrosis and nutrition

People with cystic fibrosis can maintain healthy bodies with nutritional support and advice.

Physical activity after a liver transplant

Staying active during and after cancer treatment

Being active can help you feel better both physically and mentally and improve overall health. Learn how you can stay active during cancer treatment and after.

Physical activity and intestinal failure

Physical activity plays an important role in improving the social, emotional and physical health of children who have intestinal failure.