Global Perspectives on Cystic Fibrosis: Adult Care and the Transition Journey

EMJ Podcast: Insights For Healthcare Professionals · Dec 22, 2025 · 1m

Nicholas Simmonds joins host Saranya Ravindran for a deep dive into how adult cystic fibrosis (CF) care is evolving. Drawing on decades of experience, he discusses the major shifts in adult CF management, the vulnerable transition from paediatric to adult services, and strategies that ensure a smooth handover. Explore how longer survival brings new challenges, from fertility to mental health and emerging comorbidities, and why continuity of multidisciplinary care is more crucial than ever. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 01:15 – Adult care 04:12 – Smooth handover 10:10 – Evolving needs