PFF In The Media

Woman walks over 1,400 miles to honor her late mother and raise awareness of pulmonary fibrosis

Along a windy stretch of Texas highway, a woman walks with purpose. Mary Hesch is on a 1,439-mile pilgrimage from central Wisconsin to the Texas coast -- all of it on foot -- to honor her mother and raise awareness of the lung disease that took her life.

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Air pollution has various effects in fibrotic ILD

There is evidence to indicate that airborne pollutants are associated with preclinical ILD — in other words, interstitial lung abnormalities and possibly the incidence of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

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Four potential pulmonary fibrosis therapies to watch

The drug development landscape in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is changing rapidly. “There are probably 30 or 40 different compounds in development,” said Dr. Toby Maher, a presenter at the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (PFF) Summit held last month.

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Treatment options expanding for progressive fibrosing ILD

A speaker at the PFF Summit highlighted recent trials and therapeutic updates for progressive fibrosing interstitial lung disease. Read more to learn about the latest news about treatment options for ILD.

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Prioritizing Self-care

November’s National Family Caregivers Month allows us to share appreciation for those unsung heroes who make a difference for patients every day.

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Couple speaks out on pulmonary fibrosis experiences, caregiving

Gary Cunningham and his wife, Marianne Sarazin, are spreading the word about pulmonary fibrosis and how to manage it. The couple recently gave presentations at the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation’s virtual summit.

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Sterling Heights man to speak at Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation summit

Gary Cunningham, who suffered from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a common type of pulmonary fibrosis, will speak at the Summit on Nov. 13, the final day of the event. Cunningham’s only treatment option was to receive a double lung transplant, which he received in July 2019.

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West Hartford Man Makes It His Goal to Make a Difference After Devastating Diagnosis

Nobody wants to learn that they have a life-threatening disease, but when one West Hartford man got that news, he not only decided to fight, but also took action to help others. This week, Mal Doyle will participate in the PFF Summit 2021.

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Pinpoint These Symptoms for Respiratory Care Week

National Respiratory Care Week marks an important time to raise awareness about little-known lung diseases like PF

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Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation Position Statement Recommends Addressing Palliative Care Early in Patient Journey

The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (PFF) has issued a position statement that recommends healthcare providers address the incorporation of palliative care early in the medical journey of patients living with pulmonary fibrosis (PF).

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Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation Position Statement Addresses Palliative Care Early in Patient Journey

The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (PFF) has issued a position statement that recommends healthcare providers address the incorporation of palliative care early in the medical journey of patients living with pulmonary fibrosis (PF).

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Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation Position Statement Recommends Addressing Palliative Care Early in Patient Journey

The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (PFF) has issued a position statement that recommends healthcare providers address the incorporation of palliative care early in the medical journey of patients living with pulmonary fibrosis (PF).

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Health Literacy Month: Educating the PF Community on Health-Related Decisions

For more than 20 years, October has been recognized as Health Literacy Month, allowing hospitals, health centers, professional associations, and other groups to work collaboratively to help patients advocate for their own health.

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Cross country trek of 1,400 miles brings woman to Springfield for a cause

After a nearly 15 mile walk through Central Illinois, Mary Hesch is taking a breath of fresh air as she gears up to take on the rest of her 107 day journey across the nation.

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Pulmonary Fibrosis: What Baby Boomers Need to Know

Pulmonary fibrosis (PF), or scarring in the lungs, can result in a progressive, often deadly lung disease. You’ve probably never heard of it — yet the boomer population is most at risk.

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Woman walking 1,400 miles to raise awareness for pulmonary fibrosis passes through Peoria

A Wisconsin woman is walking 1,400 miles to raise awareness for pulmonary fibrosis. Mary Hesch said she lost her mother to the lung scarring disease 25 years ago. She said she is walking to honor her mother’s legacy and raise money for pulmonary fibrosis research.

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Shining a Spotlight on Pulmonary Fibrosis in September

By PFF Ambassador Bob Weber. Four years ago, I was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a type of pulmonary fibrosis (PF) with no known cause. My journey began on a beautiful January day.

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Patients and Families Nationwide Take Steps Forward for Pulmonary Fibrosis

Each September, those affected by pulmonary fibrosis to unite for Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month, presented by the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation to drive awareness of this unsuspecting lung disease.

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