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Gene ’Switch’ May Help Drive Excess Fluid in Lungs
Finding could lead to treatments for bronchitis, asthma, researchers say

Gene Linked to Liver Disease in Cystic Fibrosis
Screening for the variation could help identify risk factors early on, researchers say

Zenpep Approved for Pancreatic Disorder
Makes up for lack of digestive enzymes

Cystic Fibrosis Treatment May Cause Hearing Loss
Ear evaluation urged for youngsters taking common antibacterial medication

New Spray Could Benefit Cystic Fibrosis Patients
Airways remained clear and moist in studies, researcher says

Creon, a Pancreatic Enzyme Substitute, Approved
Derived from pig pancreas

Double-Lung Transplant Better for Long-Term Survival
But finding is controversial, since bilateral procedure could halve number of recipients

Insights Give New Hope Against Cystic Fibrosis
Behavior of certain white blood cells may hold key to treatment, scientists say

Study Pinpoints New Gene for Cystic Fibrosis
Variant can affect disease severity, experts say

Scientists Spot Key to Cystic Fibrosis Infections
Targeting pigments in mucus could fight deadly bacteria in lungs