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The following archives are provided for historical purposes only. Given the nature of many news sites, some links will certainly expire, but a sense of what was going on in the PH community at any given time can still be gained.

2009

November 13

Last Chance to RSVP for the Congressional Luncheon
On This Test, Everyone Gets an 'A'
Keep Your Diet on Track During the Holidays
PH Community Succeeds During Awareness Month
Climbing Our Way to a Cure
Raise Awareness with Experts' Media Tips
H1N1 Flu Notice
Medicare Decides on Pulmonary Rehabilitation Coverage
PH in the News

October 30

Congressional Luncheon Update
Apply for a Conference Scholarship
Awareness Month is Here
Apply for the Lantos Grant for PH Awareness
PHA UK Announces Winner of the Lips of 2010 Campaign
Thank You, October Special Events Organizers!
PH Parents Team Up with Local Salon for Fundraising Success
Lead the Path to a Cure in your Town
Call for Abstracts at Conference!
PH in the News
PHA is Coming to Your Area!

October 16

Unite with the PH Community on the Path to a Cure
Birdies, Bids and Barbecue: Building Support for PH Research
Raise Awareness with Blogging, Facebook and Twitter
Make Your PH Community Service Idea a Reality
Two Conference Theme Contestants Win Scholarships
White House to Combat Underemployment of Americans with Disabilities
Sons of PH Physician Write Children's Book
PH in the News

October 5

Awareness Month Site Launched!
Eliminate Lifetime Insurance Caps
PH Resource Network Reaches Record Numbers
Vote Now for the Blue Lip Idol
Survey Prize Winners Announced
Raise Your Voice through the PHAware Campaign
Social Security Administration Video
Sign Up for Conference Alerts
Research Grant Opportunity
PH in the News
PHA is Coming to Your Area

September 18

Awareness Month e-Learning Event
Apply Now for a $5,000 PH Community Services Grant
September Events Bring Us Closer to a Cure
Living Outside the U.S.? Share Your Conference Suggestions!
Add Your Voice to the National Network Advocating for PH Research
PH in the News

September 4 Special Alert

Fact Sheet Released on Pulmonary Hypertension and Stem Cell Therapy

September 4

Countdown to PH Resource Network Symposium
New PHAware Campaign Tools Make Raising Awareness Easier than Ever
Back to School with PH? Check Out the School Resource Handbook for Parents!
New Inroads Made by Support Groups
International Seed Grant Awarded to Abraf Brazil
What is PHA's Position on Healthcare Reform?
Read the Summer Issue of Advances in PH
PH in the News
Upcoming Education Events for Patients and Medical Professionals

August 21

Action Alert: Medicare Coverage for Pulmonary Rehab
Fight Against PH Making Global Gains
Defeating PH Can Be More Than a Wish: Donate to PH Research
Symposium: Spotlight on Advocacy Day
Teen with PH & Scleroderma Finds Her Sound
Awareness Month is Coming!
Become a Hero by Fundraising for a Cure
Patient-Professional Dialogue Fostered on New Newsletter
Access to Investigational Drugs Expanded
PH in the News

August 7

New PH Treatment Approved by FDA!
Announcing 2009 Research Grant Winners
What's a Bug Boil & What Does it Have to Do with Curing PH?
PHA On the Road Recordings Posted
Fun in the Sun at MN Picnic
All Natural Does Not Mean All Safe
PHA's Insurance Survey Closing Aug 15
PH in the News
BME in Florida Aug 29
Cool Off with a PHA Water Bottle
Latest Planned Giving e-Brochure

July 24

PHA On the Road Now Online
Take PHA's Insurance Surveys
Balancing PH and Work
Symposium Scholarships
Focus Group Survey
PH in the News

July 10

Pucker Up 4 PH
Take PHA's Focus Group Survey
Learn to Start a Support Group
Support Federal Funding for PH
e-Learning Archives Online
District Visits
Health Care Reform Proposals
PH in the News
Thanks to PHA Supporters!

June 26

Upcoming E-Learning Events
Conference Theme Contest Closing
PHA On The Road Successful
Insurance Resources
New "Our Journeys" Posted
PH in the News

June 12

Encourage Health Professionals to Attend Symposium
Safety Tips for Summer
Prescription Assistance
PH Action Alert - Support Scleroderma Research
PH Tip Sheets
PH in the News

June 3

Summer Safety Tips e-Learning Event

May 29

Dr. Nicholas Hill Awarded for Excellence in PAH Care
Statement on Stem Cells from SLC
Conference Theme Contest
Registration Closed forPHA on the Road!
Former Caregiver Now Inspirational Event Planner
Winter 08-09 Journal
PH in the News
Conference Plenary Sessions on DVD

May 22

Registration Closed for PHA on the Road

May 15

Don't Miss Out on PHA on the Road!
PHA International Webpage: New & Improved
New PH Research Opportunities
Become a Part of the Fight Against PH
PH in the News
California PH Forum

May 1

New England PHA on the Road
PHA'S Educational Programs Now All in One Place Online!
New Information on Transplant Available!
Raising Local Awareness
PH Support Groups
Useful Info From a PH Pediatrician
PH in the News
Building Medical Education in PH

April 20

Ask a Pediatrician Q&A Chat with Dr. Erika Berman Rosenzweig

April 17

Action Alert - Medicare Benefits
30-City Medical Education Program
Ask A Pediatrician
UK Victory
New Benefit for PHA Members
Southeast Michigan PHA on the Road
Merle Reeseman Raises Awareness
New PAH Book Available
Dorothy Bradley Celebrates 10 Years
PH in the News

April 3

PH Action Alert - Tax Deductions
PH Action Alert - Insurance
PH Tip Sheets
Central FL PHA On The Road
2009 PH Resource Network Symposium
e-Learning Event Recording
PH in the News
Car Donations

March 20

PH Action Alert
PHA On the Road
e-Learning Events
Journeys Memorials
Planning Ahead?
Regaining a Dream
PH in the News

March 6

Registration Open for PH Resource Network Symposium
PHA Receives 4-star Rating From Charity Navigator
e-Learning Events
A Nickel Can Make a Differnence
Summer 2008 Journal Available
PH in th News

February 27

PHA Launches YouTube Channel

February 25

Medical Education Fund Special

February 20

Action Alert - New PH Bill!
PHA On the Road
State of PHA Address
PH in the News
For Medical Professionals
Free Planned Giving E-rochures

February 6

2009 PH Resource Network Symposium
Annual State of PHA Address
New Online Press Room
In Memoriam
PH in th News

January 23

Researcher Receives DOD Funding
Medicare Consumer Alert
e-Learning Event Recording Available
 PH in the News
Building Medical Education in PH
Conference DVDs Available

January 9

Registration Open for PHA on the Road
January e-Learning Events
"PHodcast" Debuts
Thank You! You have Lit the Flame of Hope!
New Resource on Insurance Coverage
Thirteen Our Journeys Stories Posted
PH in the News
PVRI Annual Clinical Debates

2008

December 18

Join a Celebration of Your Success!
Matching Gift Challenge Under Way
Updates from Around the World
Pucker Up 4 PH
PHA Fashion Show Goes Live
PH in the News

December 5

Join us on the Road in 2009!
Double your Impact in the Fight against PH
PHers Rub Elbows with Senators & Lobby for PH
First PH Blogging Day Continues to Raise Awareness
Accredo Employees Go Blue for PH Awareness Month
PHA Exhibits at Medical Conferences
"Know Your PH" Website is Launched
PH in the News

November 18
Be a PH Blogger Today!
Congressional Luncheon to Span Generations
Doctors & Nurses - New Resource to Tell Your Patients about PHA
Learn More about Caring Voice Coalition
PH in the News
BME Event in Cambridge
Congrats to Research Aard Winners

November 5
PH Awareness Blogging Day
Awareness Month Proclamations
Offer Your Members of Congress a Free Lunch
Webinar Recordings Resource for Planning
Thank You to Awareness Month Sponsors
PH in the News
PVRI PAH Forum Online
Georgia Software Company & Staff Pay Tribute to Employee
2 Free Wristbands with PHA Membership

October 22
Congressional Luncheon Nov. 20
NY Funwalk Raises Nearly $60,000 for PH Research
Webinar on Finding Patients Near You
Free Caregiver Teleclass
PHA International Updates
PH Forum in Vegas
PH in the News
Building Medical Education in PH Event
Charitable IRA Giving

October 3
PH Bill Passed House!
Learn How to Raise Awareness in Media
Attend an Awareness Month Event
Online Guide for Event Planners Launched
PH in the News
Building Medical Education in PH Event

September 23
Raise Awareness at Home Among Your Friends & Family
e-Learning Event for Special Event Planners
PH in the News
PHA 2007 Audit & Form 990
PHA Internships Section Revamped

September 8
Awareness Month 2008 Resources Available!
New Online PH School Handbook
CDC Funds PH Awareness
New Journeys Stories Posted
PH in the News
Work for the Federal Government?
Upcoming BME Events in NY & KY
Contacting Dr. Barst

August 22
PH Teen Inspires Community & Raises Thousands
Preparing for PH Emergencies e-Learning Event Tuesday
Scientific Sessions Materials Posted
Journeys Luncheon Audio Recording Available
PH in the News
BME Event in Vt.

August 8
435 Campaign District Visits Yield Bill Co-sponsors
Exercise & Nutrition and Emergency 101 e-Learning Events
PH on Demand with Dr. Elliot & Joanne Sperando-Schmidt
BD Syringe Recall
Conference Session Audio Recordings Online
PH in the News

July 25
August e-Learning Events
Tom Lantos PH Research and Education Act Introduced!
PH on Demand's Premiere PHodcast
ABRAF and PHA Sign Memorandum of Understanding
August Support Group Meetings
PH in the News
Assistance with SS & SSI Appeals
New! PHA Water Bottles

July 16
2008 Conference Materials Available
Conference Inspires Connection with U.S. Representative
Accredo Employees Help Company Capture Corporate Cup
Artists: You Can Make a Difference
PH in the News
Rhode Island Medical Education Event is Free for Patients
Actelion's New Patient Service Program

June 30
e-Learning Event: Lobby Locally
Over 1500 Gather for Conference
Leadership in Transition
Huffing and Puffing Utah Style
Larger Than Life
PH in the News
Gilead Sciences' Research Scholars Awards Program In PAH
We Want Your Photos


June 9
Introducing PHodcasts
PHA Awards Over 170 Conference Scholarships
PH In the News
Upcpming BME Event
Sharing and Support in Silver Spring

May 28

PH Highly Visible at ATS Annual Meeting
Discounted Room Rates at Houston Hotels Expire on May 29
President Signs GINA Into Law
"How I Discovered a Great Opportunity on PHA's Website"
Taking Your Kids to Conference?
PH in the News

May 9

Going to ATS Annual Meeting? So Are We!
SACGHS Report on Oversight of Genetic Testing
Arizona Team Helps Spur a Cure for PH
In Recognition of Our Volunteers
Ya Está Disponible El Sitio Web De La Conferencia
MPs in Canada Back Orphan Drug Proposal
Got Questions about Conference? We Have Answers!
PH in the News

April 28

New Ways to Share Your Stories
GINA Passes Congress!
Support Group Garners Bill Cosponsor
Recognize the People in Your Lives
PH in the News
Building Medical Education in PH Event

April 15

Updated Survival Guide Available!
CA Action Alert
Conference Registration Exceeds 600
PH in the News
DOD Research Funding Opportunity

March 28

Advocacy in First Person
Kirsten's at it again; Appears on Montel!
Catch the Spirit of the 2008 Conference
Raising Awareness and Funds Go Hand-in-Hand for Lisa Sabine
PHA Methamphetamine Alert Attracts Medical and Media Interest
Access to PH Treatments Threatened in UK

March 17

Brave PH Patient Shares Remarkable Journey On TV
Early-Bird Conference Registration Has Been Extended
Breakthrough for Stem Cell Research Could Help PH Patients
PH Groups Are Popping Up Around The World
Victoria Texas Has An Amazing First Meeting
PH IN THE NEWS

March 3

Personal Stories Of Hope And Humor Shared In Our Journeys
You Spoke, We're Listening
First Meeting For Hershey/Harrisburg PH Support Group A Huge Success
Winter Cold Weather Tips For PH Patients
February Events Show How Amazing Our PH Community Is
Conference Scholarship Fund Gets Boost from Special Events
PH IN THE NEWS
Web Of Friends: The Answer To Your Friend's Question, "How Can I Help?"

February 15

A PH Hero Remembered: Congressman Tom Lantos
New Support Group Leaders Spread Hope
Spread the Word About Conference
PH IN THE NEWS
Swing for a Cure

February 5

Register for Conference
What's Even More Monumental Than The State Of The Union Speech?
Fun Videos To Inspire You And Brighten Your Day!
Support Group Leader Re-Launches With First Meeting
PH IN THE NEWS
PHA Receives Highest Charity Navigator Rating for Fifth Year

January 18

Don't Be Left Out in the Cold
PH Champion Diagnosed with Cancer
November Declared PH Awareness Month in New Jersey
Medicare Handbook
Spring is in the Air
Building Medical Education in PH
PH IN THE NEWS
Re-Mark Your Calendar
Wanted: Color Copier

January 4

PHA Wants To Know What You Think!

Say "Thank You" To PH Hero Congressman Tom Lantos

PHA Receives Federal Funds for Education and Outreach

Mother Finds and Gives Support by Joining PHA

PH Community Member Raises Awareness

Support Group Celebrates

PH IN THE NEWS

New Online Chat Tool

Come Read And Learn About the Latest Advances in PH Research

Make a New Year's Resolution That You'll Keep

2007

December 14 November 30
November 19
November 5
October 23
October 10
September 26 August 31
August 17
August 6
July 20
July 6
June 22
June 8
May 25
May 14
April 27
April 17
March 30
March 16
March 2
February 16
February 2
January 19
January 9

2006

December 15
December 5

November 13

October 30
October 16

September 29
September 15

September 1
August 21
August 8

July 25
July 7

June 5 May 22
May 5

April 25
April 10

March 27
March 13
February 24
February 10

January 27
January 13

2005

December 30
December 16
December 2

November 18
November 4

October 21
October 7

September 23
September 9
August 26
August 12

July 29
July 15
July 1

June 17
June 3
May 20
May 6

April 22
April 8

March 25
March 11
February 25
February 11
January 28
January 14

2004

December 31
December 17
December 3

November 19
November 5

  October 22
October 8

September 24
September 10
August 27
August 13
July 30
July 16
July 2
June 18
June 4
May 21
May 7
April 23
April 9
March 26
March 12
February 27
February 13
January 30
January 16
January 2

2003

December 19
December 5
November 21
November 7
October 24
October 10
July 4
July 3
June 6 May 9
April 25
April 11
March 28
March 14
February 14
  January 30
January 15
January 3
 

2002

December 20
December 6
November 22
Novemebr 8
October 25
October 11
September 27
September 13
August 30
August 16
August 2
July 19
July 5
June 16
June 7
May 24
May 10
April 26
April 12
March 29
March 15
March 1
February 15
February 1
January 18
January 4

2001

December 21
December 7
November 23
Novemebr 9
October 26
October 12
September 28
September 14
August 31
August 17
August 3
July 20
July 6
June 22
June 8
May 25
May 11
April 27
April 13
March 30
March 16
March 2
February 16
February 2
January 19
January 5

2000

December 22
December 8
November 24
Novemebr 10
October 27
October 13
September 29
September 15
September 1
August 18
August 4
July 21
July 7
June 27
June 9
May 26  

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