Breathe In #50 - The Lighter Side of Cystic Fibrosis

Breathe In: A Cystic Fibrosis Podcast

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Cystic fibrosis is a brutal, unrelenting illness, but there is a lighter side to the disease. Like anything in life, simple mistakes or seemingly very serious experiences can also be funny. Gunnar, Lea and Tiffany tell of a few times when cystic fibrosis led to uncontrollable laughter, from recovery room stories, to the "smelly side" of CF, uncomfortable conversations and a number of awkward moments. The trio also agrees that humor is an effective coping mechanism and hopes that others are able to look back on some very serious moments and laugh!

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Breathe In #50 - The Lighter Side of Cystic Fibrosis

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