The United States Armed Forces are the federal military forces of the United States. They consist of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard.s of 2013, the United States spends about $554.2 billion annually to fund its military forces, and appropriates approximately $88.5 billion to fund Overseas Contingency Operations. Put together, the United States constitutes roughly 39 percent of the world's military expenditures.
Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disease characterized by the buildup of thick, sticky mucus that can damage many of the body's organs. The disorder's most common signs and symptoms include progressive damage to the respiratory system and chronic digestive system problems.n people with cystic fibrosis, the body produces mucus that is abnormally thick and sticky. This abnormal mucus can clog the airways, leading to severe problems with breathing and bacterial infections in the lungs.
Cystic Fibrosis. Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder characterized by lung problems that can limit a personâs lifespan to about 30-40 years. The baby is born with overactive mucus glands, and the abnormal or overactive mucus secretions result in difficulty breathing and eventually tissue and organ damage.he common symptoms that a child with cystic fibrosis experiences includes: 1  pancreatic deficiencies. 2  recurrent pneumonia. 3  chronic lung disease. 4  stomach pain and distended abdomen. 5  difficulty gaining weight.