UK statistics on COVID-19 in people with CF
The cases of COVID-19 in people with CF reported to the UK CF Registry are as follows:
Number of cases
|
227 |
| Age range |
0–68 |
| FEV1% predicted range |
11–135 |
| % with no symptoms when tested |
40 |
| Number discharged/not admitted |
219 |
| Number receiving inpatient treatment for ongoing infection |
7 |
| Number of COVID-19 related deaths |
1 |
If you need information and support about COVID-19 and CF, take a look at our coronavirus help and advice, or contact our Helpline.
Global study on COVID-19 and CF
Data from a global CF Registry collaboration has shown the number of people with CF who have become seriously ill or died COVID-19 is low worldwide. You can read more about the results and access the report in our news story.
This new report expands on previous findings announced in April 2020.
We are also contributing to the European Cystic Fibrosis Society Patient Registry’s COVID-19 monitoring. Read more about the COVID-CF project in Europe.