by Powell, Jillian.
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Series: Explaining-- Published by : Smart Apple Media, (Mankato, Minn. :) Physical details: 45 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 28 cm. Subject(s): Cystic fibrosis. Year : 2010
Item type :
01. English Non Fiction
| Location | Collection | Call Number | Status | Date Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Intermediate Senior High | Science | 616.3 POW | Available |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 42-43) and index.
What is cystic fibrosis? -- Cystic fibrosis : a brief history -- What causes cystic fibrosis? -- Screening and diagnosis -- The effects of cystic fibrosis -- How is cystic fibrosis managed? -- The cystic fibrosis team -- Infections and illness -- A special diet -- Clearing the airways -- Physical exercise -- Cystic fibrosis and families -- Cystic fibrosis at school -- Growing up with cystic fibrosis -- New treatments -- The future.
Discusses why cystic fibrosis occurs, how it is diagnosed, how it affects people, and how it is treated.