Episode 0036: Richie Keane Interview

Title: Richie Keane recommendation to all people with CF: "Stay Clear?… Jerry Cahill interviews Richie Keane who is 49 years old and "loving and respecting life? Richie grew up in Long Island, NY and is one of 9 children (3 out of 9 have CF – one sister Valerie passed away and Jen Davison is doing well and recently did a podcast) - Richie grew up in Baldwin, NY. - Diagnosed at birth "I was a purple baby? - Richie was very active growing up playing football, baseball, and golf. - "I started getting sick around 18 years of age and had pancreas surgery at age 30? states Richie. - The biggest challenge Richie faces is that his breathing has gotten tougher, the complications that develop from CF, and all the time involved doing medications. - Complications that Richie has experienced include: diabetes, pancreatitis, and osteoporosis (broke over 30 ribs) - Richie states: "living with CF is tough but I love life and CF has taught me to respect life? - Richie has been married for 18 years to his wonderful wife Maryanne – she is a "special person? he states. - Listed for a double lung transplant Richie's dog "gets me off my butt? and keeps him active prior to transplant. - Richie's advice: "keep your chin up, enjoy life, and take the time to get your lungs moving to keep them clear?