CPF and Rose McGowan Raise Awareness for Pulmonary Fibrosis

The largest pulmonary fibrosis (PF) non-profit organization in America, the Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis (CPF) was founded in 2001 to accelerate research efforts to find a cure for the disease. The CPF also sprovides resources and hope to individuals and families affected by PF, as well as serves as a national voice for patients and medical professionals by advocating on their behalf in Washington, DC.

To increase public awareness about this unknown but deadly disease, which kills 40,000 annually, the CPF is declaring September Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month with the help of actress Rose McGowan.

McGowan, who lost her father to PF, says. “Many illnesses, including breast cancer, are better known than PF, but PF is claiming just as many lives as these illnesses. Even worse, the investment in research for PF is minimal. It's time for a change.”

Throughout the month, patients, families, and advocates will hold fundraisers and awareness-building events across the country.