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3 people are interested
Indoor Triathlon
ORGANIZATION: Western Pennsylvania Chapter Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Please visit the new page to apply.
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3 people are interested
This event benefits the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
The Course Consists of:
- 500 yard swim
- 2000 meter row
- 4-mile ride on Lifefitness GX Spinning bike
- 2-mile run on treadmill
Participants Choose from:
- One Event
- Biathlon- any combination of two events
- Triathlon- swim/bike/run for awards
- Triathlon- row/bike/run for non-awards
- Quadrathlon- all four events
- Team Entry- 4 members
Volunteer duties include, but are not limited to:
- Setting up
- Helping to check in participants
- Timing the participants on their events using a stop watch
- Keeping track of their score on their sheet
More opportunities with Western Pennsylvania Chapter Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Western Pennsylvania Chapter Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Location:
810 River Avenue, Suite 100, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, US
Mission Statement
The mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is to cure cystic fibrosis and to provide all people with the disease the opportunity to lead full, productive lives by funding research and drug development, promoting individualized treatment and ensuring access to high-quality, specialized care.
Description
Cystic fibrosis is a progressive, genetic disease that causes persistent lung infections and limits the ability to breathe over time.
In people with CF, a defective gene causes a thick, buildup of mucus in the lungs, pancreas and other organs. In the lungs, the mucus clogs the airways and traps bacteria leading to infections, extensive lung damage and eventually, respiratory failure. In the pancreas, the mucus prevents the release of digestive enzymes that allow the body to break down food and absorb vital nutrients.
People with cystic fibrosis are at greater risk of getting lung infections because thick, sticky mucus builds up in their lungs, allowing germs to thrive and multiply. Lung infections, caused mostly by bacteria, are a serious and chronic problem for many people living with the disease. Minimizing contact with germs is a top concern for people with CF.
CAUSE AREAS
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1000 Penn AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15222
DATE POSTED
October 4, 2018
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