Hope for pulmonary fibrosis
A personal journey
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This year I was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis and interstitial lung disease with a UIP (usual interstitial pneumonia) pattern. I have since learned that my condition is terminal since right now there is no cure, only treatments that can slow down the progression.
As one can imagine, this has had tremendous impact on my outlook and approach to life. I’ve slowed down with work, I’ve changed my diet, and I’m in and out of the doctor’s office developing a care plan to move forward. While most people are diagnosed between ages 50-70, my case is extremely rare as I am only 32. It is said that the average life expectancy is 3-5 years but every case is different. I hope to live out more decades of my life.
I have hope and faith that a cure can be found in my lifetime, but I need your help to make that a reality.
Next month, I will be walking in the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation Walk and I would love nothing more than to receive a donation in support of my efforts. Any donation you can make, large or small, would mean the world to me.
I appreciate your support in advance ??
Together toward a cure for pulmonary fibrosis
Your donation gets us one step closer to our goal
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I am proud to be fundraising for the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (PFF) as we walk together toward a cure for pulmonary fibrosis (PF) at the PFF Walk 2024. Join me in supporting this vital cause by donating to my fundraising efforts.
The PFF Walk supports the Foundation’s efforts to accelerate research, to advance improved care for those living with the disease, and to provide unequaled support and education resources for patients, caregivers, family members, and healthcare providers.
Your gift will power progress, and I appreciate your generosity in supporting a cause that is important to me!
Your gift will make a valuable contribution to our vision of a world without PF. For more information on how your gift will make a difference in the lives of PF patients and their families, please visit pulmonaryfibrosis.org.
I am grateful for your support as we walk together toward a cure.
