Driving license grants for pulmonary hypertension patients in the UK

The UK Pulmonary Hypertension Association, PHA UK, regularly provides information to patients about possible benefits they can apply for. Today on Instagram the PHA UK published information about grants for driving licences awarded via the Motability Scheme. Being able to drive is an important way for patients to be autonomous and this is a very […]

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The UK’s Pulmonary Hypertension Association, PHA UK, offers an e-support service to patients, family members and caregivers

As not everyone is comfortable talking on the phone the PHA UK has set up an e-support online service to assist with emotional wellbeing, practical queries and problem-solving, signposting and connections. Contact the PHA UK at support@phauk.org

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PHA UK’s “sister” website, phocusonlifestyle.org, is addressed at patients and caregivers and houses a wealth of support resources and pulmonary hypertension patient stories

http://www.phocusonlifestyle.org is the “sister” website to that of the UK Pulmonary Hypertension, PHA UK. It is aimed at patients and peers supporting each other through stories. It also houses written resources covering a very wide range of issues related to living with pulmonary hypertension including:

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The UK Pulmonary Hypertension Association, PHA UK, launched a nutrition section on its website, April 22, 2023

Healthy lifestyle alongside medical treatment is very important in pulmonary hypertension. The aim of the new “Nutrition and PH” section on the PHA UK’s website is to help patients understand more about nutrition. It contains expert advice, videos, details of the PHA UK research in this area, and the page is open for patient questions.

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A video by the Pulmonary Hypertension Association UK (PHA UK) explains how “one-pan meals” could be the key to making nutritious food without feeling drained, April 22, 2023

In this video, Chermaine Kwant, a registered dietician who has her own experience of living with pulmonary hypertension and lung transplant, explains how “one-pan meals” could be the key to making nutritious food without feeling drained. Watch the video at this link Iti s possible to activate subtitles in many different languages Disclaimer While every

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The EU is running a public consultation on a “European Disability Card” to make it easier for people with disabilities to access some services while travelling within the EU

The European Commission (EC) is working on a proposal for an EU Disability Card, to make it easier for people with disabilities to access some services while travelling within the EU. There is currently no mutual recognition of disability status between the EU Member States. This can cause difficulties for persons with disabilities travelling in the EU.

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Patient booklet on nutrition by the Polish pulmonary hypertension association PHA Polska

The patient booklet titled “An appetite for life”, developed by the Polish pulmonary hypertension association PHA Polska, contains valuable advice about nutrition for patients with pulmonary hypertension. It also provides tips on how patients can adapt their diet to their condition without sacrificing the pleasure of eating well, and features a number of recipes. It

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“The value of learning how to live in the moment with pulmonary hypertension”, by Jen Cueva, Pulmonary Hypertension News, March 29, 2023

Jen Cueva is both a pulmonary hypertension patient and a nurse by training, which gives her unique insights into the condition and on how it affects day to day life. Writing for the latest edition of Pulmonary Hypertension News, she explains how living in the present moment has done wonders for her well-being. Instead of

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Team PHenomenal Hope launches a new pulmonary hypertension educational website, “Learn Live Breathe PH”, on Rare Disease Day, February 28, 2023

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

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Medication and pulmonary hypertension, a Pulmonary Hypertension Association UK (PHA UK) booklet

This booklet was developed by the Pulmonary Hypertension Association UK (PHA UK) as a guide to treating and managing pulmonary hypertension using drug therapies. Sections include conventional or supportive therapies (including oxygen), and targeted therapies, including those taken orally, intravenously or via a nebuliser. This booklet is regularly reviewed to keep the information as up-to-date

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The Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA UK) launches new survey to understand life with pulmonary hypertension, deadline was January 31, 2023

he Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA UK) iTs inviting adults with pulmonary hypertension, living in the UK, to take part in a new survey to better understand life with pulmonary hypertension. The deadline for submissions is now up (January 31, 2023) but we look forward to the hearing about the findings once the study is over.

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“Considerations When Selecting Patient-Reported Outcome Measures for Assessment of Health-Related Quality of Life in Patients With Pulmonary Hypertension: A Narrative Review”, CHEST

The authors of this study on patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs), published in CHEST in November 2022, conducted a review of the published literature and clinical trials in pulmonary hypertension to identify and evaluate PROMs that assess pulmonary hypertension-specific health related quality of life (HRQoL) for use in clinical studies. The PROMs analysed were the Cambridge

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“My life with pulmonary arterial hypertension: a patient perspective”, Hall Skaara, Pisana Ferrari, European Heart Journal Supplements

Summary This article for the European Heart Journal Supplements has been written by two pulmonary arterial hypertension patients who describe the patient experience and explore the ways in which patients are increasingly being given a voice in developing approaches to treatment. As patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension are living longer, it is important that they

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“Patient engagement and self-management in pulmonary arterial hypertension”, European Respiratory Review

Abstract Improved care in pulmonary arterial hypertension has led to increased longevity for patients, with a paralleled evolution in the nature of their needs. There is more focus on the impact of the disease on their day-to-day activities and quality of life, and a holistic approach is coming to the front of pulmonary arterial hypertension

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Info on treatments for pulmonary arterial hypertension, life style advice and patient stories on “The PAH Initiative”, by United Therapeutics

The PAH Initiative was established by United Therapeutics with the aim of providing knowledge and inspiration based on science and research in pulmonary arterial hypertension today. Here you can find interesting information on pulmonary arterial hypertension, treatments and life style advice as well as patient testimonials. The “Learning Library” section of the PAH initiative contains useful

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“Prevalence of mental disorders and impact on quality of life in patients with pulmonary arteriaI hypertension”, Frontiers in Psychiatry

Three patient representatives (Ralf Schmiedel, Pisana Ferrari, Hans-Dieter Kulla) contributed to the study and article. The first two are patients having undergone lung transplant, Mr Kulla is the President of ph e.v., German PH association. The other authors are Karen M. Olsson, Tanja Meltendorf, Manuel J Richter, Jan Fuge, Jan Christopher Kamp, Da-Hee Park, Henning

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Tips for every day life with pulmonary hypertension by AIPI, Italian pulmonary hypertension association

This booklet developed by by AIPI, Italian pulmonary hypertension association, contains pratical advice and tips for day-to-day life with pulmonary arterial hypertension. It stresses the importance of being organised and reserving one’s energies on what really matters. The condition has an impact on many aspects of life and relationships, so it is important to involve

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