Wessex Adult Cystic Fibrosis Service

13/11/2025

Don’t forget your flu jab!
Stay healthy, stay protected ✨✨

23/10/2025

Did you know…..
Women with cystic fibrosis may reach menopause around age 48 — about 3 years earlier than average. 💛

This , we’re highlighting how healthy lifestyle choices can make a difference.

👉 Swipe to see simple ways to support your wellbeing.
If you have symptoms or questions, your GP or CF team are here to help. 💬

13/10/2025

Give flu the jab this winter 💪Get booked in now!

01/10/2025

We are delighted to announce the newest member of our team:
Dr Kamran Tariq 🩺

Dr Tariq trained in Southampton in our team, and worked with us during the COVID pandemic. He has returned as a full-time consultant in CF and PCD, with a particular interest in the airways and asthma. Welcome to the team Kamran!

04/09/2025

Did you know we are always trying to improve our practice and service?

Part of this development is highlighting and celebrating good practice to our hospital Senior Management Team. This helps with us being able to continually learn and improve.

🎉🎉🎉 So, congratulations to Dr Mark Allenby who was recently recognised for his excellent communication with Patients and Families 🎉🎉🎉

If you would like to highlight good practice, please complete the WE’RE LISTENING FORM which is located next to the CF Admin Office by the CF Clinic

28/08/2025

Alyftrek, a new CFTR modulator, has this week been approved by NHS England for use in people with CF who have at least 1 copy of a non-Class 1 mutation. It is as effective as Kaftrio with the advantage of only needing to be taken once a day. We will talk to you about Alyftrek at your next clinic appointment but if you would like any information sooner than that then please do get in touch and the CF Pharmacy team will be happy to talk to you.

28/08/2025

Are you aware that the CF Trust have a Student Support Service? Further information here!
https://www.cysticfibrosis.org.uk/life-with-cystic-fibrosis/support-available/work-and-education-support/student-support-service

28/08/2025

31/07/2025

When you are ready, please feel free to contact our admin team. They will be happy to assist you with making this transition.

10/07/2025

Stay safe in this hot weather.
Remember to keep hydrated, stay out of the sun, especially if taking antibiotics.
See this useful information from Cystic Fibrosis Trust for lots more tips.

https://www.cysticfibrosis.org.uk/life-with-cystic-fibrosis/health-and-wellbeing/hot-weather #:~:text=Cystic%20fibrosis%20affects%20the%20balance,symptoms%20of%20your%20CF%20worse.

27/05/2025

Get your heart racing in the lead up to Wear Yellow Day and join in with the CF trust Circuits 4 CF Challenge.

It’s simple and suitable for all abilities: complete a circuit of your choice – for example jumping, squatting, or lunging for 11 minutes a day from Friday 30 May to Friday 13 June!

Why 11 minutes? Because we’re recognising the 11,000 people in the UK living with cystic fibrosis.

23/05/2025

Make the most of the better weather to boost your vitamin D!

☀️The sun’s rays react with your skin to make vitamin D
🦴Vitamin D is essential for healthy bones and muscles, immunity and improving mood.
📚Research shows that ‘little and often’ is the best approach to safe sunlight exposure and vitamin D.
⏰Light exposure for 10 minutes a day between April and September provides good amounts of vitamin D whilst also minimising risks of sunburn and skin cancer.
🧴If your skin is exposed to the sun for more than 10 minutes, then a sunscreen or sunblock is recommended.
💦Stay well hydrated, as warmer weather increases the risk of dehydration and constipation in CF.
💊If you cover up your skin due to cultural or medical reasons, or you do not spend much time outside, then speak to your CF team about vitamin D supplementation if not already taking.