Please join the Pulmonary Hypertension Association and more than 80 other patient organizations next week in observing World PH Day. Since 2012, the global pulmonary hypertension (PH) community has come together May 5 to bring attention to this rare lung disease. Whether you have PH, care for someone with PH or are a health care professional, please help us mark this important day.

You might have noticed that we’ve moved the date for PHA 2024 International PH Conference and Scientific Sessions. The conference is now set for Aug. 15-18, 2024, at the JW Marriott in Indianapolis. The new date allows the Scientific Sessions to focus on new guidance and findings from the seventh World Symposium on Pulmonary Hypertension (PH).

Like many in the pulmonary hypertension community, you know the stress of waiting for prescription refills and worrying whether they will arrive in time. Although specialty pharmacies try to avoid medication disruptions, errors sometimes happen. The Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA) asked several specialty pharmacies about what to do when you’re at risk of missing a dose or need an early refill. Visit the new resource page in PHA’s Insurance Guide.

Is your child or teen with pulmonary hypertension dreaming of meeting new friends while participating in fun outdoor activities? Now is the time to look into camps that accommodate children with special needs – and sign yours up. Check out our tips to find a camp with trained health care professionals that meets your child’s interests.

The spring 2023 issue of Pathlight examines the state of pulmonary hypertension (PH). Our cover story details how artist Suzanne Miller manages her PH by focusing on mind and body wellness. The issue also includes an in-depth look at new guidelines for PH treatment and diagnosis. Pathlight is an exclusive benefit of Pulmonary Hypertension Association membership.