This year Team Bishop is walking in honor of our family members who have lost their battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis. Although no longer with us, my Dad (Ray Bishop), my Uncle (James Bishop) and my Aunt (Janet Dennis) will continue to inspire us in our mission to find a cure.
Pulmonary Fibrosis is a lung disease which is characterized by shortness of breath, coughing and progressive irreversible scarring which eventually prevents the lungs from functioning. Upon diagnosis, life expectancy averages 3-5 years. There are over 250,000 people in the US who are living with Pulmonary Fibrosis / Interstitial Lung Disease while 40,000 die each year from this awful disease.
I was diagnosed in February 2021 and have battled this disease for over 3 years. I consider myself blessed having recently been approved for lung transplant. Over the past 3 years, I have had the opportunity to get involved with the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation and it has been my pleasure to support the activities of the Foundation which help patients and families in areas such as finding a qualified care center, participating in a clinical trial and many other support functions.
On August 3rd my family, friends and I will join Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation at the PFF Walk – NYC Metro. The Walk spreads awareness, provides funding for research and supports all of the activities of the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation.
Thank You,
John Bishop
TOGETHER WE WILL FIND A CURE!
