Breath for Life: Supporting Cystic Fibrosis in Peru
Helping children breathe through specialized treatment and support. In Peru, CF remains a silent battle—your contribution saves lives and provides hope.
What is Cystic Fibrosis?
Understanding the complexity of a silent condition.
Genetic & Hereditary
It is passed down through families and present from birth. You cannot ‘catch’ CF; it is a permanent genetic mutation.
Degenerative
It affects multiple organs. Mainly the lungs and digestive system over time, causing thick mucus to build up and damage other vital organs.
Rare Disease
It requires specific, often expensive, ‘orphan’ drugs and daily respiratory therapies that are hard to access.
Non-Contagious
A common misconception is that CF can spread like a cold. It cannot. Those affected simply need support, not isolation.
The Invisible Battle in Peru
In Peru, Cystic Fibrosis is often misdiagnosed as asthma, tuberculosis or Malnutrition. Many families in rural areas lack access to the specialized clinics found only in reference FQ Hospitals, located in major cities.
Low Awareness
In Peru, around 15% of cases are diagnosed early enough for effective treatment.
Economic Barriers
Treatment costs can exceed $3,000 monthly—far beyond the reach of average families.
How You Can Help
Your donation goes directly to life-saving resources.
Banco de Credito del Perú BCP
- Cuenta en Nuevos Soles 193-2272005-0-44
- Código Interbancario: 002-193-0027200504416
Banco Interamericano de Finanzas
- Cuenta en Dolares 007000666552
- Codigo Interbancario 038-10120700066655226
Orphan Drugs
Therapy Equipment
Family Education
Contact Us
You breathe without thinking, I only think about breathing
Address
Italia 157 of 401 – Miraflores
Lima
Phone numbers
944239423 y 994229560 (Solo mensajes de WA)
fiquiperu@outlook.com