Traveling

March 20, 2019

In this Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint, Jerry Cahill gives his tips and tricks for managing CFRD post-transplant. He finds that checking his sugars pre and post workout helps him keep his sugars stable. He also keeps water, candy, and sugar pills in his car in...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 63: Tips for Never Missing Your Meds

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CF Wind Sprints, Traveling, Treatments

March 20, 2019

In this Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint, Jerry Cahill talks about the importance of never missing your medication, especially post-transplant. To help him keep track of his meds, Jerry keeps color coordinated pill cases in his car with extra doses of medications in case he ever...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 55: Using a Medical Mask

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CF Wind Sprints, Traveling

March 20, 2019

Sheila reached out to Jerry asking what type of mask he wears while traveling or visiting the doctor. He uses the 3M Particulate Respirator N95 Mask - style number 9210/37021 for protection from germs. These masks can be purchased online and come individually wrapped - making...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 53: Keeping your nasal passages clear with Nozin

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CF Wind Sprints, Traveling, Treatments

March 20, 2019

After receiving a Facebook message asking about how he keeps his nasal passageways clear and germ-free, Jerry took to his Wind Sprint page to share his response. As a part of his daily hygiene, Jerry uses Nozin, a nasal sanitizer, to kill the germs in his...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 45: Sinus Irrigation

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CF Wind Sprints, Traveling, Treatments

March 20, 2019

After six sinus surgeries, Jerry considers himself an expert on sinus irrigation and care. He suggests a number of techniques, including saline spray, a water pick, and Nasatouch. No matter what technique you prefer, irrigation in an important step in staying healthy and preventing infections...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 33: Traveling with Medications

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CF Wind Sprints, Traveling

March 20, 2019

In this CF Wind Sprint, Jerry addresses a topic brought to him by Facebook friend, Jason, about traveling with medication. Recently, Jerry began using a special backpack that provides ample space for meds, separate compartments in various sizes, space for an ice pack, and even...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 26: Working Out on the Road

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CF Wind Sprints, Exercise, Traveling

March 20, 2019

Episode 26 of the CF Wind Sprint series discusses how to keep up with your exercise regimen while traveling. In the video, BEF Volunteer Jerry Cahill shares his favorite tips for exercises that can be done in a hotel room or other small space, including using...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 13: Packing for Travel

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CF Wind Sprints, Traveling

March 20, 2019

Episode 13 of the CF Wind Sprint series offers suggestions for packing medications and equipment for travel. In the video, BEF Volunteer Jerry Cahill shares his favorite tips for grouping items and reminds travelers to carry on their most critical therapies. This CF Wind Sprint is made...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 2: Sterilizing Nebulizers

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CF Wind Sprints, Traveling

March 20, 2019

Episode 2 of the CF Wind Sprint series demonstrates two ways to sterilizes nebulizers - one while at home, the other while on the road....

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 1: An Introduction to the Program

by BEF

CF Wind Sprints, Exercise, Nutrition, Running, Support, Transitions, Traveling, Treatments

March 20, 2019

In the following series, Jerry Cahill - BEF CF Ambassador, will answer viewer submitted questions about health, wellness, fitness, and cystic fibrosis in short-format videos....

Traveling

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 64: Managing CF-Related Diabetes on the go

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 63: Tips for Never Missing Your Meds

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 55: Using a Medical Mask

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 53: Keeping your nasal passages clear with Nozin

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 45: Sinus Irrigation

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 33: Traveling with Medications

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 26: Working Out on the Road

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 13: Packing for Travel

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 2: Sterilizing Nebulizers

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 1: An Introduction to the Program

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