Cold Fears for Cystic Fibrosis Family Amidst 65,000 Without Power

Understanding the Risks**

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Here's breakdown of the known risks associated_with cold temperatures for individuals wtih CF_
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* **Respiratory Infections:**  Cold weather intensifies mucus production 
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* **Difficulty Breathing:** <p>COLD AIR thick mucus, making Breathing difficult.    <p>
* weakened immune system making CF patients especially vulnerable to complications. ⁢
* Increased risk of _chest infections <p>Winter weather can also exacerbate existing heart conditions,leading to hospital

<p> **Impact:** Cold weather exacerbation ofCF symptoms. . 
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   <p> **Impact   <p>
* Loss of appetite</p> weight loss.     <p>
*Increased hospitalizations;
* increased healthcare costs   <p> **Social consequences:**
 * Social isolation &nbsp; in winter. The colder months limit outdoor activities;
* Challenges accessing healthcare</p> •
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