Cystic Fibrosis

In this new addition to the Diseases and Disorders series, author Melissa Abramovitz discusses the causes of cystic fibrosis, the history of its discovery, and current and future treatment options. Though a diagnosis of CF remains devastating in today's world, Abramovitz explains that revelations about the disease's genetic foundations may lead to medical breakthroughs in the near future. First-person accounts and inspirational quotes from individuals with CF will educate and enthrall readers.