Cystic Fibrosis is one of the most common genetic disease in the country. In Italy every week 4 babies are born with this disease and in total it is estimated that there are about 6,000 patients; of these approximately 50% are 18 years old or older and the life expectancy for a child born today is 40 years.

CF is a multi-system disease that affects multiple organs and causes a variety of problems (frequent lung infections, pneumonia, infertility, severe intestinal disorders and much more), especially for the respiratory system. Often in order to survive organ transplants may be needed, even at a young age. The sport and the use of exercise bikes are among the activities recommended by doctors to relieve the symptoms of the desease (that’s why the project is called “Ride for a Breath“).

Tuscany LIFC continues his struggle, often against the indifference of the population, to improve the quality of life of patients and their families. That is why #RideForaBreath has the purpose of:

• Raise funds to support children, families and research
• Improve the quality of life of families
• Raise awareness
• Communicate with FC associations in the countries along the journey
• Create an invisible chain of solidarity from every stage of the journey

Did you know that the song “I LIVED” by OneRepublic is inspired by the difficult lives of children with cystic fibrosis? Watch this exciting VIDEO, listen to his words and you will understand why it is worth helping us fighting it:

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