Expressing support for a month to be known as Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month, and for other purposes. 2017-05-19 Introduced in House Supports the designation of Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month. (Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disease that causes persistent lung infections and limits the ability to breathe over time.)

Congratulates the cystic fibrosis community for their dedication to patients.

Recognizes that the care delivery system for cystic fibrosis can be a model for care coordination.

Acknowledges the investments and scientific achievements that have improved the lives of cystic fibrosis patients.

Urges researchers, developers, patients, and providers to do everything possible to find a cure for this deadly disease.

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