I.P.F week is the 16th to the 24th September.
But what is I.P.F?
It stands for Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, a condition which causes progressive scarring of the lungs
This scarring is called fibrosis and it's that which makes your lungs become stiffer and lose their elasticity. They become less able to inflate and take in oxygen from the air you breathe.
It's a progressive condition and usually gets worse over time. For some, the symptoms gradually get worse over several years but for others, the symptoms can get worse very quickly.
According to British Lung Foundation research around 15,000 people are living with IPF in the UK at any one time. This number is increasing each year and there's no clear reason why. They along with others such as Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis are campaigning for better IPF services. They're supporting people affected by IPF and carrying out vital research to save lives.
I.P.F. World Week aims to raise awareness of a poorly understood disease and bring a breath of hope to those who suffer. If you want to get involved or just learn a little more you can click on the links below.
Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis
http://www.actionpulmonaryfibrosis.org
The British Lung Foundation
https://www.blf.org.uk/support-for-you/ipf/project
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