What’s new in Pulmonary Hypertension on the Knowledge Sharing Platform in July 2026

This month’s round-up brings together a mix of clinical trial data, emerging science, and a few broader conversations about care. Beyond the data, it also touches on the human side of PH care: a look at quality of life and mental health in patients on prostacyclin therapy, and a conversation on “caring for the whole […]

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The Pulmonary Vascular Research Institute launches the Global PH Consult, a new, free, online service for clinicians which aims to support more equitable access to pulmonary hypertension case discussion and shared learning

The Pulmonary Vascular Research Iinstitute (PVRI’s) Access to Care Workstream has launched a new, free online service from clinicians around the world to bring anonymised complex pulmonary hypertension cases for discussion with a tailored panel of specialists. Global PH Consult is open to clinicians everywhere, with a primary focus on supporting those in low and

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Patient advocate Natalia Maeva at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) Presidential Summit, Warsaw 2026

Natalia Maeva, a patient advocate for pulmonary hypertension, attended the European Respiratory Society (ERS) Presidential Summit in Warsaw in June 2026, participating in sessions on early detection, air quality, tobacco control, climate change and lung health. Having had her own life transformed by access to specialised treatment and lung transplantation, she found the discussions on

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Eight months, 230 days,11 countries, 20,000+ km. Lukáš Jakovec’s solo cycling journey for the AfPH “Wheels of Hope” campaign to raise awareness of organ donation and transplant now wraps up!

Lukáš Jakovec set off from Udine, Italy, on 11 October 2025 — a trip he had been planning for over seven years. Two hundred and thirty days and 22,000 km later, with a total elevation gain of roughly 144,000 metres, he rolled into Prague, his home town. Along the way he looped through Italy, including

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What’s new in pulmonary hypertension on the Knowledge Sharing Platform, June 2026

June brought new leadership appointments at the AfPH, a new AfPH webinar, fresh research on sotatercept, and continued momentum in the PAH pipeline. Here’s our roundup of the month’s key developments: 🏆 AfPH announcements 🏆Community and recognition 🔬 Research & Clinical Studies 💊 Industry & Drug Development 🏛️ Governance & Policy 🎥 Webinars & Events

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 Introducing the Alliance for Pulmonary Hypertension’s New Board of Directors 2026-2029 We are proud to introduce the new Board of the Alliance for Pulmonary Hypertension — a group of dedicated patient advocates bringing decades of combined experience to our mission of improving life for people living with pulmonary hypertension across the world. Pisana Ferrari, President

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Ayotunde Omitogun, founder of the Cardiac Community in Nigeria, receives prestigious 2026 Rino Aldrighetti Leadership Award by the Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA) – June 18, 2026

The Rino Aldrighetti Leadership Award is the highest honor presented by the Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA). The award honors people who have shown outstanding leadership, commitment, and worldwide influence in raising PH awareness, supporting patients, and pushing forward treatment options. Omitogun was diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension in 2013 after a congenital heart defect, and over

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Inhaled Therapies for Pulmonary Hypertension: Where We Are and What’s Next, Live PHA webinar on July 23, 2026 at 2 pm EDT

Pulmonary hypertension treatments continue to evolve and one very promising advancing treatment option is inhaled therapy which delivers medication directly to the lungs. The webinar speakers will discuss the current landscape and future of inhaled therapies in pulmonary hypertension, including:• Currently approved inhaled therapies.• Key differences between inhaled treatment options and the conditions they manage,

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Congratulations to Louise Bouman, Member of the Board of the Alliance for Pulmonary Hypertension, for her election as Chair of the United Patient Advisory Group of the European Lung Foundation (ELF)!

At the Alliance for Pulmonary Hypertension we are very proud that Louise Bouman, Member of our Board, has been elected as Chair of the UPAG (United Patient Advisory Group) of the European Lung Foundation, United Patient Advisory Group within the European Lung Foundation (ELF), a collaborative network consisting of representatives from various condition-specific Patient Advisory

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What’s new in pulmonary hypertension on the Knowldge Sharing Platform, May 2026

This month’s selection reflects the remarkable momentum in the pulmonary hypertension field — from landmark regulatory approvals and cutting-edge research to inspiring human stories and practical tools for patients. As always, we have curated a range of content to inform, inspire, and empower our community. RESEARCH AND SCIENCE INDUSTRY NEWS DIGITAL HEALTH AND INNOVATION TRANSPLANT

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Cereno Scientific announces partnership with PHA Europe on patient-centered pulmonary hypertension drug design, May 11, 2026

Swedish biotech Cereno Scientific has announced a collaboration with PHA Europe & Global, aimed at integrating the patient perspective more systematically into clinical trial design and execution. Cereno is developing two experimental medications that could expand choices in this space: CS1 for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and CS014 for pulmonary hypertension associated with lung disease (PH-ILD). The

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“Transplantation Roadmap: Understanding the Role of Risk Assessment in Your Pulmonary Hypertension Plan”, June 2, 2026, 3 p.m. EDT

The Pulmonary Hypertension Association, PHA, is hosting a free webinar on transplant evaluation for people living with pulmonary hypertension and their caregivers. The session will cover how risk assessment works, how risk scores guide transplant referral and timing, and what questions to ask your care team — with perspectives on both adult and paediatric patients.

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When breath becomes music: a campaign to pay tribute to persons living with pulmonary arterial hypertension, World Pulmonary Hypertension Day, May 5, 2026

On 5 May, World Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Day, a beautiful and unusual initiative brought the stories of people living with this rare condition to life in an unexpected way — through music. “Aria di vita” (“Breath of Life”) is a campaign promoted by MSD Italia, with the patronage of the two Italian pulmonary hypertension patient

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Monthly roundup of content shared on the Pulmonary Hypertension Knowledge Sharing Platform – April 2026

Welcome to our April roundup of the most relevant and interesting content shared on this platform. April 2026 has been a particularly rich month, with significant news on the diagnostics, clinical trials and treatment front alongside important research on quality of life, patient preferences information, economic burden. There is also a selection of patient resources

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Join the “Global Pulmonary Hypertension Patient Hackathon” organised by the Global Allergy & Airways Patient Platform (GAAPP) and Latin Health Leaders (LDL) on June 10-11, 2026!

Within the framework of the PHA 2026 International Conference (June 11-14 in Dallas, Texas), the Global Allergy & Airways Patient Platform (GAAPP) and Latin Health Leaders (LDL) will convene the “Global Pulmonary Hypertension Patient Hackathon“, taking place on June 10 (full day) and June 11 (half day), with the strategic support of the Pulmonary Vascular Research Institute (PVRI) and the Pulmonary Hypertension

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The Canadian Pulmonary Hypertension Association, PHA Canada, launches its “PH Peer Mentor Program”, April 2026

The Canadian Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA Canada) has launched a “Pulmonary Hypertension Peer Mentor Program”, designed to connect patients and caregivers with trained volunteers. The peer mentors offer a supportive ear, share practical insights, and provide helpful resources based on their own lived experience with pulmonary hypertension. Read more on the PHA Canada website at

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UK Pulmonary Hypertension Association opens Poetry Competition to the pulmonary hypertension community

The UK Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA UK) is inviting everyone in the pulmonary community to enter their Poetry Competition — patients, caregivers, family members, friends, and healthcare professionals alike. It’s free to enter. These are some of the topics suggested: 👉 Visit the PHA UK website to enter.

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The latest edition of “Connections”, the Canadian Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA Canada)’s twice-yearly magazine, is dedicated to raising awareness of organ donation and transplant

This month, The Canadian Pulmonary Hypertension Association PHA Canada is raising awareness about the life-changing impact of organ and tissue donation. The newest issue of their magazine Connections is dedicated to Transplant & Pulmonary Hypertension, and it explores this important topic through stories, insights, and resources from the community. 👉 Subscribe to Connections and receive

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Walk4PH Nigeria: A Community Steps Up for Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness, May 16, 2026

Here is a short report: Walk4PH is a growing awareness initiative founded by Ayotunde Omitogun, a pulmonary hypertension patient and founder of the Cardiac Community, a Nigerian non-profit organisation dedicated to improving the lives of people living with heart and lung conditions. This year, Walk4PH has evolved into something larger than a single event. Built

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The Canadian Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA Canada) launches an Advisory Council bringing together patients and caregivers to help shape its future programs and priorities

The Canadian Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA Canada) has recently announced the setting up of a “Patient Partner Advisory Council (PPAC)”—a new committee which brings together patients and caregivers to help shape the future of the pulmonary hypertension community. The founding members are Angèle Belliveau, Don Downey, Maureen Harper, Brooke Paulin, and Jane Sernoskie. Their lived experience

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