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We sought to examine the employment experiences in a population of
adolescents and young adults with cystic fibrosis (CF). METHODS: We administered
a cross-sectional survey to 68 individuals with CF, ages 16-25 years, assessing
current employment experiences and perceptions of the impact of CF on these
experiences. RESULTS: Forty-six percent of respondents reported working < 20 h
per week. Sixty-seven percent reported disclosing their diagnosis to their
employer. Only one respondent reported receiving formal job guidance in CF
clinic, and only 16% reported that a clinician had discussed job-related issues
with them. Only 21% reported that they completed CF therapies at work. Older
respondents (ages 22-25 years) and those with a lower lung function were more
likely to agree that 'balancing employment and CF care is stressful.'
CONCLUSIONS: The majority of adolescents and young adults with CF report
disclosing their diagnosis at work. Most do not feel that working interferes with
routine CF therapies. Very few have received any formal career guidance. Age and
lung disease severity are associated with increased concerns about balancing CF
care and employment.

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