The Alliance for Pulmonary Hypertension has released its first ten “PEP Talks” – part of the peer-to-peer patient educational video series launched in May. The name is a fun play on our “Patients Empowering Patients” program, and these short videos share practical insights from the people who really get it – fellow patients and caregivers. […]
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This article by Jen Cueva, a pulmonary hypertension patient, reflects on the challenges of managing setbacks, particularly for those with pulmonary arterial hypertension and other chronic conditions, emphasizing that setbacks are not failures but may represent opportunities to adjust and persevere. It highlights the importance of self-compassion, rest, and leaning on support systems to navigate
Colleen Brunetti started her career as a teacher, but after her pulmonary hypertension diagnosis was forced to leave this field. She began a journey to re-invent herself implementing a holistic lifestyle and went on to become a certified health coach. In her book “Defining the new normal: A guide to becoming more than your diagnosis”
We are thrilled to share a remarkable project undertaken by the French Pulmonary Hypertension Association, HTaPFrance. In collaboration with the talented author, Thomas Penin, they have brought to life a poignant story through a graphic novel. The graphic novel revolves around a fictional woman patient grappling with pulmonary arterial hypertension. The protagonist embarks on a
PHA Canada has conducted four webinars so far this year. Watch these and past webinar recordings at this link on the PHA Canada website.
IFinding a way for pulmonary hypertension to carry their pump for IV medication in a way that works for them is important. The PHA UK invites patients who have found the “perfect bag”, or maybe even a home made one, to send a photo so they can share it to inspire others. Reply to media@phauk.org
Coline, a 34-year-old French pulmonary arterial hypertension patient living in Paris, diagnosed seven years ago, shares her tips on how to “style” a pump for intravenous infusion and on how to talk about it to one’s colleagues. The video is available at this link on the YouTube channel of HTaPFrance.
Nonprofit Team PHenomenal Hope launched its new educational website “Learn Live Breathe PH” on Rare Disease Day, February 28, 2023. Written by experts in the field the platform was created to help pulmonary hypertension patients navigate the complexities of living with this chronic illness and feel empowered by relevant, scientific information. The website provides guidance
