Pulmonary Hypertension Association of Canada

Pulmonary Hypertension Association of Canada PHA Canada - federally registered charity whose vision is a better life for Canadians affected by PH

🌞 PH Picnic – A FREE Family Event in Regina! 🌞Join us for an afternoon of connection, conversation, and community at the...
07/25/2025

🌞 PH Picnic – A FREE Family Event in Regina! 🌞

Join us for an afternoon of connection, conversation, and community at the PH Picnic—a free family-friendly event for everyone affected by pulmonary hypertension (PH).

📍 6016 Koep Avenue, Regina
📅 Sunday, August 10, 2025
🕛 12:00 – 2:00 PM

Whether you’re living with PH or supporting a loved one, this is a perfect chance to enjoy the summer, meet new friends, and share stories in a relaxed, outdoor setting.

🎉 Light refreshments provided—just bring your smiles!

✅ RSVP by emailing info@phacanada.ca (please mention which picnic location you’ll attend).

👉 We can’t wait to see you there!

⛳ Tee Off for a Cause: GolPH for PH!There’s still time to make an impact! Join one of the upcoming GolPH for PH tourname...
07/25/2025

⛳ Tee Off for a Cause: GolPH for PH!

There’s still time to make an impact! Join one of the upcoming GolPH for PH tournaments on July 29 & 30 and help raise funds for pulmonary hypertension research.

Not a golfer or can’t attend? You can still make a difference! Donate today—50% of proceeds go directly to funding PH research, driving innovation, better treatments, and one day, a cure.

💜 Every swing, every dollar brings us closer to hope.

👉 Learn more or donate: https://ow.ly/Cotg50WsnhR

💜 Today is International Self-Care Day!Living with pulmonary hypertension means taking care of your physical health—but ...
07/24/2025

💜 Today is International Self-Care Day!

Living with pulmonary hypertension means taking care of your physical health—but your emotional wellness matters too.

Our Emotional Wellness Handbook is designed to support your mental health and help you manage stress, anxiety, and the emotional challenges of living with PH.

📖 Download it for free and start prioritizing YOU: https://ow.ly/hMF850Wsn9E

💜 Tips from the PH Community: Items That Make Life EasierLiving with pulmonary hypertension can come with challenges—but...
07/23/2025

💜 Tips from the PH Community: Items That Make Life Easier

Living with pulmonary hypertension can come with challenges—but small changes can make a big difference!

From adjustable beds and grab bars to compression socks, mobility aids, and even cozy slippers, members of the Canadian PHriends group shared the items that help them most.

📖 Check out the full list of practical tips and ideas here: https://ow.ly/STnQ50Wsn2A

Have your own suggestions? Share them with us in the comments! 💬

🫁 A new paper in The Lancet Respiratory Medicine warns: lung diseases like  ,  , and   are severely underfunded—despite ...
07/22/2025

🫁 A new paper in The Lancet Respiratory Medicine warns: lung diseases like , , and are severely underfunded—despite being top global killers.

📉 Just 4% of Canada’s chronic disease research funding goes to respiratory illness.
It’s time to shift the narrative. Lung health matters.

📖 Read more: https://ow.ly/zSbl50Wt0ha

💜 10 Calls to Action for Improving PH CareThe Pulmonary Hypertension Global Patient Survey (PHGPS)—the largest PH patien...
07/22/2025

💜 10 Calls to Action for Improving PH Care

The Pulmonary Hypertension Global Patient Survey (PHGPS)—the largest PH patient survey to date—has identified 10 global priorities to improve care for adults living with PH.

From faster diagnosis to better access to specialists, psychological support, and research opportunities, these recommendations are a roadmap for change.

📖 Read the full article and learn what they mean for patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals: https://ow.ly/IHto50WsmRh

Mistakes are a fact of life. It is the response to the error that counts 💜
07/20/2025

Mistakes are a fact of life. It is the response to the error that counts 💜

🌞 PH Picnic – A FREE Family Event in London, ON! 🌿Join us on Sunday, July 27 for an afternoon of connection, conversatio...
07/18/2025

🌞 PH Picnic – A FREE Family Event in London, ON! 🌿

Join us on Sunday, July 27 for an afternoon of connection, conversation, and community with others affected by pulmonary hypertension.

📍 Granton Centennial Park
🕛 12:30 – 2:30 PM (lunch at 1 PM)

Whether you're living with PH or supporting a loved one, this relaxed summer gathering is the perfect chance to meet new friends and share stories.

🎉 Light refreshments and good company provided—just bring your smiles!

📩 RSVP to: info@phacanada.ca (please mention your picnic location)

The Dieppe picnic has been rescheduled to Sunday, July 27—and we can’t wait to see you there!Join us for an afternoon of...
07/18/2025

The Dieppe picnic has been rescheduled to Sunday, July 27—and we can’t wait to see you there!

Join us for an afternoon of connection, conversation, and community at Dover Park in Dieppe, NB. Whether you're living with pulmonary hypertension (PH) or supporting a loved one, this family-friendly event is the perfect way to enjoy the summer and meet others in the PH community.

🗓 New Date: July 27, 2025
🕑 2:00 – 4:00 PM
📍 Dover Park, Dieppe, NB
🍉 Light refreshments provided

📩 RSVP to info@phacanada.ca and mention Dieppe in your message.

Let’s celebrate our community together—we can’t wait to see you! 💜

💜 Advocacy in Action: Jane & Duncan Macleod Speak Up for PAH Patients!This week, Jane and Duncan met with their MPP, Dav...
07/17/2025

💜 Advocacy in Action: Jane & Duncan Macleod Speak Up for PAH Patients!

This week, Jane and Duncan met with their MPP, Dave Smith, to advocate for timely access to sotatercept for people living with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). They had a productive conversation, stressing the urgency and importance of making this life-changing treatment available in Canada.

A huge thank you to Jane and Duncan for their advocacy—and to MPP Dave Smith for listening and supporting the PH community. 💪

Want to get involved and help improve access to care? 👉 Learn how: https://ow.ly/VFQN50Wq4v2

Missed the first two tournaments? No worries—you’ve still got time to make your mark! Join GolPH for PH on July 29 or 30...
07/16/2025

Missed the first two tournaments? No worries—you’ve still got time to make your mark! Join GolPH for PH on July 29 or 30 for the final two tournaments and help raise funds for pulmonary hypertension research.

Can’t attend in person? You can still support the cause by donating today—50% of all proceeds go directly to advancing PH research in Canada.

🔗 Donate or get involved: https://ow.ly/vA1650WpslY

🌞 Heat, Haze & Helpful Hints: A PH Community ConversationSummer isn’t always a breeze when you’re living with pulmonary ...
07/15/2025

🌞 Heat, Haze & Helpful Hints: A PH Community Conversation

Summer isn’t always a breeze when you’re living with pulmonary hypertension. Join us for a casual roundtable where PH patients and caregivers can connect, swap tips, and share support on dealing with the season’s toughest challenges—from heatwaves to wildfire smoke.

🗓 July 31, 2025
🕚 10 AM PST / 1 PM EST
📍 Online (Zoom)
💬 Featuring special guest Colin Van De Wetering, RRT, CRE

Whether you’ve got tips to share or questions to ask, this is your space to be heard and supported. ☀️💜

🔗 Register now: https://ow.ly/PEeo50WlpaT

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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
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