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Travel and Cystic Fibrosis

As medications and healthcare for those with Cystic Fibrosis has improved, it is now common for people with CF and their families to travel abroad. There are many different issues to consider when travelling if you or a family member has Cystic Fibrosis.

  • Medication - including taking sufficient, sterilising tablets, salt tablets, antibiotics etc
  • Air Travel
  • Oxygen
  • Nebulisers and voltage
  • Clothes
  • Visits to theme parks
  • Driving abroad
  • CF Centres abroad
  • Insurance
  • Financial Assistance
  • Specialised holidays (such as CF holiday fund)

For further information, please see Contact a Family who have a holiday factsheet and can provide a list of 'wish' granting organisations.