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Decreasing Lung Pressure Gives Hope a Year After Diagnosis

By |February 27th, 2023|

Uraiwan Campbell went to urgent care for what she thought was an infected scratch on her leg. But after several days in the hospital and many tests, she learned her swollen leg was related to pulmonary hypertension. A recent heart catheterization showed her lung pressure has declined, buoying her spirits.

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Symposium to Feature Session on Mental Health and Wellness

By |February 27th, 2023|

The Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA)'s PH Professional Network (PHPN) Symposium will include a session on wellness and mental health for pulmonary hypertension (PH) providers and patients. The event is Sept. 28-30 in Arlington, Virginia. Registration opens this month.

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Support Group Leader Advisory Board Names New Member

By |February 13th, 2023|

The Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA) welcomes Doug Taylor to its Support Group Leader Advisory Board. Doug, who was diagnosed in 2003, has led the Midlands-Columbia group in South Carolina for 16 years. Doug is known for celebrating each day. “If we make each day a holiday and celebrate, it makes our life fuller,” Doug says.

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Was AmazonSmile Your Preferred Way to Support PHA? Try this alternative

By |February 13th, 2023|

Amazon is ending its AmazonSmile donation program, which many Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA) supporters took part in. If you'd like to continue supporting PHA programs through everyday purchases, consider using our new "round-up" feature for online giving.

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Pump Life is Tough. But Family, Friends and Hot Sauce Help Patient Stay Positive

By |January 30th, 2023|

Chloe Merritt, 22, is still getting used to a low-sodium diet, lack of energy and the challenges of a subcutaneous pump after her September 2022 diagnosis. But the life-changing experience has brought her closer than ever to family and friends. And it led her to a new favorite food. Chloe shares her positive outlook in the Right Heart Blog.

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All Nationwide PHA Support Groups Now Online

By |January 30th, 2023|

The Pulmonary Hypertension Association recently merged its telephone support groups with its nationwide support group program. All nationwide support group meetings are now conducted through Zoom. The online meetings allow people with shared experiences or interests to connect wherever they live.

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