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People with CF are living longer than ever due to advancements in effective treatments and care but the aging process can also bring its own challenges and issues to contend with.

To mark Menopause Awareness Month, our host, Lucy sits down with 59 year old Jane, to talk about her experiences of going through the menopause, her top tips and the need for more awareness and information about CF and menopause. We will also chat about the need for geriatric and menopause specialists within CF teams.

We also hear from Holly Ellard, Information Officer at the Trust, who shares some of the latest information and top tips for those with CF going through the menopause.

Read the full episode transcript.

• For more information and support on any of the issues we've talked about in this podcast, you can call our Helpline on 0300 373 1000, or email helpline@cysticfibrosis.org.uk, or message us on WhatsApp
• Read our blog about Menopause and CF. Or visit the NHS page on menopause, for more information and advice.   
• Growing older with CF - Find out more about growing older with cystic fibrosis, and access relevant support and information.
• If you’d like to talk to us about your experience with growing older with CF, or CF and menopause, please email us at stories@cysticfibrosis.org.uk. If you’d like to catch up with our most recent CF Live: Age and CF, where menopause is discussed, visit our CF LIVE page.

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