The most familiar exercise capacity test in the field of pulmonary arterial hypertension is the 6-Minute Walk Test, where patients walk up and down a corridor for 6 minutes while their physiological parameters and distance walked are measured. This test is also used in other, different types of diseases, and Dr Joe Newman, a clinical […]
Are you currently grappling with pulmonary hypertension and finding that it’s impacting your emotional well-being, possibly leading to feelings of low mood or depression? The Pulmonary Hypertension Association UK has partnered with researchers at the University of Cardiff and Nottingham Trent University to conduct a study evaluating a new self-help programme for pulmonary hypertension patients who live
Micheal Garrett is a pulmonary hypertension caregiver from Humble in Texas, USA. He is a caregiver for his wife, who is 42, and was diagnosed in December 2017 with pulmonary arterial hypertension. Along with her pulmonary arterial hypertension diagnosis, she was also diagnosed with Lupus. She is on intravenous therapy with Veletri (epoprostenol). Michael started
The Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA) has just share its latest series of informational videos on treating and managing pulmonary hypertension, featuring J. Wesley McConnell, M.D., director of the Norton Healthcare Pulmonary Hypertension Clinic in Louisville, Kentucky. In this seven-part video series, Dr. McConnell provides an overview of managing a PH diagnosis and the various treatment
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.
Menopause is something that 50% of the population will experience at some point in their life, but it isn’t talked about enough. The PHA UK takes a closer look at menopause, and how it affects women with pulmonary hypertension. Read more at this link on the PHA UK phocusonlifestyle.org web page Four patients have shared
Salvador Calderón, a patient affected by Pulmonary Hypertension and a volunteer with the Foundation against Pulmonary Hypertension in Spain, has released his third book, titled “The Expert and Informed Patient.” This compelling narrative portrays the journey of a patient through all stages of pulmonary hypertension, highlighting the constant struggle to improve the quality of life
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:
A diagnosis of pulmonary hypertension is life-changing and can significantly impact all aspects of a person’s life. This resource, developed by the Pulmonary Hypertension Association Canada, PHA Canada, provides answers to a few frequently asked questions to help patients get started on their journey. Download the resource at this link on the PHA Canada website
This resource, developed by the Pulmonary Hypertension Association Canada, PHA Canada, provides a simple explanation, and features great visuals, of the pulmonary circulation mechanism and how pulmonary arterial hypertension affects the heart and lungs. Download the fact sheet at this link
PHA Canada has developed a “Wellness Wheel”, a tool that can help patients to identify the things that you need to do to stay balanced in these critical areas of life: mental, emotional, physical, environmental, spiritual, recreational and social. This personal assessment tool will allow patients to reflect on each of these areas of their
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
The Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA) offers education programs for patients and caregivers through online learning, regional forums and conferences. See the dedicated page on the PHA website at this link
Useful information about healthy lifestyle habits including nutrition, exercise and sleep in this article by health reporter for WebMedAmanda Gardner medically reviewed by Neha Pathak, MD The article can be viewed on the WebMD web page at this link
“Living Your Best With Pulmonary Hypertension”, WebMD Read Post »
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
The PAHcare™ medical device being assessed in this clinical investigation has been approved in Europe as a Class I investigation medical device as per Medical Devices Directive (93/42/EEC) for its use by pulmonary arterial hypertension patients (26 March 2021, reference number 1291298). The authors say this is the first study that will examine the effects
On the occasion of May 5, the Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Day, in 2022, HTaPFrance released the French version of a “Pulmonary Hypertension conversation kit” developed by Janssen, as part of the PHuman project , in collaboration with pulmonary hypertension patient associations around the world. The aim is to help patients better understand the condition and
