PULMONARY HYPERTENSION ASSOCIATION NEWS
Transplant Recipient Aids Research Through Own Gift
Lauri Stanfield of Tomball, Texas, received the gift of life in 2015 through a double lung transplant – and gave life by donating parts of her lungs for research. Stanfield, who works in the oil industry, likes to try new things and is weighing whether to learn pickle ball.
Making a Splash With Subcutaneous Therapy
Tiffani Brown was dismayed to give up water activities when she started subcutaneous treprostinil therapy in 2020. Since then, she worked with her pulmonary hypertension nurse Debbie Kittel to find a way to keep her site dry while swimming and showering.
Don’t Miss Last Day To Sign Up for Virtual Advocacy Event
Today -- April 10 – is your last chance to sign up for May 7 virtual advocacy visits. The virtual advocacy visits mark World PH Day by educating lawmakers about pulmonary hypertension.
Join an O2breathe Walk in Your Area
The Pulmonary Hypertension Association’s O2breathe walks are in full swing. Our fundraising walks bring PH communities together to celebrate their accomplishments and raise money for PHA.
Your Tax-Smart Gift Can Power the Next PH Breakthrough
With NIH cuts and rising demand for PH research funding, your support is more vital than ever. As Tax Day approaches, consider tax-smart giving options that can maximize your impact and offer potential tax benefits.
New Pathlight Honors PH Heroes
The latest issue of Pathlight magazine celebrates pulmonary hypertension heroes. As National Volunteer Month approaches, PHA acknowledges the people who make this organization a success. This issue also includes articles about imaging innovations, managing medication side effects and swimming with subcutaneous therapy.
San Antonio Support Group Leader Finds Community Through PHA
Over the past 24 years, Sophia Esteves of San Antonio has found strength and community through the Pulmonary Hypertension Association. Last year, PHA named Esteves its 2024 Outstanding Support Group Leader. Esteves shares her story as the face of PHA’s spring fundraising campaign and in the upcoming issue of Pathlight magazine.
Transplant Recipient Aids Research Through Own Gift
Lauri Stanfield of Tomball, Texas, received the gift of life in 2015 through a double lung transplant – and gave life by donating parts of her lungs for research. Stanfield, who works in the oil industry, likes to try new things and is weighing whether to learn pickle ball.
Join an O2breathe Walk in Your Area
The Pulmonary Hypertension Association’s O2breathe walks are in full swing. Our fundraising walks bring PH communities together to celebrate their accomplishments and raise money for PHA.
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