Evaluation of Food Insecurity in Adults and Children With Cystic Fibrosis: Community Case Study.

ABSTRACT: Advances in the care and treatment of cystic fibrosis (CF) have led to improved mortality rates; therefore, considerably more individuals with CF are living into adulthood. With an increased number of CF patients advancing into adulthood, there is the need for more research that surrounds the aging adult CF patient. It is important to conduct research and collect results on the aging CF population to help better prepare the CF patient, who is dealing with the heavy treatment and financial burden of their disease, build autonomy and increase their quality of life. Of note, research has found that social, behavioral, and physical factors influence the ability of those with CF to follow dietary recommendations. A primary treatment goal in CF is a high calorie, high protein, and high fat diet.

SUBMITTER: Brown PS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6275191 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature