Kevin Barron uses lung power to back Cystic Fibrosis Trust

MP KEVIN Barron had his lungs tested to highlight the devastating damage caused by cystic fibrosis.

The Rother Valley member spirometry exam showed him “well above average” for lung capacity.

But he learned how the progressive disease affects health and lowers life expectancy to just 29.

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Mr Barron, a former health select committee chair, said he was delighted to show support for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust.

He added: “Having my lung function tested has shown me how much more effort people with CF have to make just to take a breath.

“I can see how arduous the burden of treatment is to try to stop lung function from declining.

“It highlighted to me just what a battle it is living with this condition that claims two young lives a week.

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“I hope that CF Week helps to raise awareness and fundraise for research and support.”

CF is caused by a faulty gene that causes the lungs, digestive system and pancreas to clog with a thick sticky mucus.

It is among the UK’s most common inherited conditions, affecting more than 9,000 people.

CF Trust public affairs manager Claire Francis said: “Through our events we hope to show politicians how the disease affects the body and how important daily treatment and expert care is to help people live longer lives and improve their quality of life.”

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