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Who is the person you lean on for support on hard days?
Definition Caregiver or Support person
A caregiver or support person can be defined as someone who helps with activities of daily living, picks up groceries, helps clean, provides transportation, accompanies you to the doctor and/ provides emotional support. This could be a child over the age of 18, sibling, friend or spouse.
Every wonder how your caregiver or support person can assist with research?
Are you a caregiver for a family member with bronchiectasis? Be part of the BURDEN initiative by Insmed Incorporated.
Help the initiative to understand the everyday impact of Non-Cystic Fibrosis Bronchiectasis (NCFBE). They are looking for adults living with bronchiectasis (without cystic fibrosis), also known as NCFBE, and their caregivers to participate in interviews. Your experiences may potentially drive change, help inform care, and increase awareness of this under-researched condition. Participants will be compensated for their time. Register now to share your perspective and contribute to creating awareness about bronchiectasis.
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