Pulmonary Hypertension Association

Pulmonary Hypertension Association The Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA) is the country’s oldest and largest nonprofit patient
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Headquartered in Washington, D.C., the Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA) is the country’s oldest and largest nonprofit patient association dedicated to the pulmonary hypertension (PH) community. Pulmonary hypertension is a rare, chronic and life-threatening disease of the lungs for which no cure currently exists. PHA’s mission is to extend and improve the lives of those affected by PH. To a

chieve this mission, PHA engages people with PH and their families, caregivers, health care providers, and researchers worldwide who work together to advocate for the PH community, provide support offer up-to-date education and information on PH, improve quality patient care, and fund and promote research.

On the latest episode of PH Insights, Dawn Grandell, a PHA peer mentor, shares how her pulmonary arterial hypertension a...
05/05/2026

On the latest episode of PH Insights, Dawn Grandell, a PHA peer mentor, shares how her pulmonary arterial hypertension and Sjögren’s diagnosis motivated her to give back to her community.

Dawn talks about how life with multiple chronic illnesses can change a person’s outlook on life and deepen their appreciation for simple joys.

Listen now: https://ow.ly/yZqm50YSrJ3

Today is World Pulmonary Hypertension Day! This year’s theme, “Hope in Every Trial,” reflects the dual meaning of the wo...
05/05/2026

Today is World Pulmonary Hypertension Day!

This year’s theme, “Hope in Every Trial,” reflects the dual meaning of the word trial: the daily challenges faced by those living with and the vital role of clinical trials in advancing innovative therapies.

Join PHA and 80 other organizations around the world in raising awareness and advocating for more inclusive clinical trials across the globe.

Learn more about : https://ow.ly/Ecux50YSrB2

Tomorrow is ! Join us tomorrow, May 5, and throughout the month as we share stories of those affected by and raise a...
05/04/2026

Tomorrow is !

Join us tomorrow, May 5, and throughout the month as we share stories of those affected by and raise awareness about the importance of clinical trials.

Visit our toolkit for shareable content and to learn more about this year’s theme.

https://ow.ly/CQuc50YSrsm

Considering transplant as part of your treatment plan is a major decision that requires careful evaluation from your c...
05/04/2026

Considering transplant as part of your treatment plan is a major decision that requires careful evaluation from your care team.

Join PHA on Tuesday, June 2, at 3 p.m. EDT for a webinar outlining the transplant evaluation process.

Experts will share insights to help patients better understand the transplant referral process and feel confident discussing these options with their care teams.

Register now: https://ow.ly/jjWI50YSxrJ

Thank you to everyone who joined us on Saturday for the Washington, D.C. O2breathe Walk! It was a wonderful morning of c...
05/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us on Saturday for the Washington, D.C. O2breathe Walk!

It was a wonderful morning of community and connection, raising over $13,000 for the community. Stephen Carter-Hicks, a beloved member of the PH community, emceed the event.

Our next O2breathe Walk is in Boston on Saturday, June 6. Register now: https://ow.ly/tuWr50YSxOw

Thank you to everyone who attended the SoCal O2breathe Walk! The PHorce was strong at Don Knabe Park, raising $21,000 fo...
05/02/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended the SoCal O2breathe Walk!

The PHorce was strong at Don Knabe Park, raising $21,000 for the community.

Our next O2breathe Walk is in Boston on Saturday, June 6. Register now: https://ow.ly/a6vx50YOBEm

Living with as a teen comes with unique challenges, but you don’t have to face them alone. Join PHA’s “PH Teens” Faceb...
05/01/2026

Living with as a teen comes with unique challenges, but you don’t have to face them alone.

Join PHA’s “PH Teens” Facebook group to connect with fellow patients ages 13-19 and gain support, knowledge and empowerment.

https://ow.ly/TV3w50YOzG6

In 2003, Carson Smith was diagnosed with and pulmonary veno-occlusive disease as a sophomore in high school. Twenty ye...
05/01/2026

In 2003, Carson Smith was diagnosed with and pulmonary veno-occlusive disease as a sophomore in high school.

Twenty years later, she began volunteering with PHA as a peer mentor to help others navigate life with .

“I hope with each interaction I have, I can help those with PH feel more validated and seen,” Carson said.

Learn more about her story: https://ow.ly/QAyX50YOzzy

Each year on May 5, PHA observes World Pulmonary Hypertension Day by sharing patient stories and valuable resources. Thi...
04/30/2026

Each year on May 5, PHA observes World Pulmonary Hypertension Day by sharing patient stories and valuable resources.

This year’s theme, “Hope in Every Trial,” focuses on the importance of clinical trials and how research findings can improve care for people with PH.

Learn more in the latest CEO Update: https://ow.ly/Rhlb50YOzuA

April is Sarcoidosis Awareness Month. is an inflammatory disease that can affect many different organs. In sarcoidosis...
04/30/2026

April is Sarcoidosis Awareness Month.

is an inflammatory disease that can affect many different organs. In sarcoidosis-associated PH, increased pressure in the lungs can weaken the right side of the heart and cause it to fail.

It’s important to report changes in to your doctor, including unexplained shortness of breath, increased fatigue, leg swelling, chest discomfort and lightheadedness.

Learn more about the connection between sarcoidosis and in our free brochure: https://ow.ly/2JEp50YOzgi

PHA’s president and CEO, Matt Granato, is halfway through his trip to Dallas for PHA 2026 this June! Did you guess his l...
04/29/2026

PHA’s president and CEO, Matt Granato, is halfway through his trip to Dallas for PHA 2026 this June! Did you guess his last destination, Seattle?

His travels are leading him south, to a city of big stars, even bigger budgets and home to five of PHA’s support groups.

Have an idea of where he is? Comment your guess below to be entered into a prize drawing for PHA swag.

A pulmonary hypertension diagnosis can be scary at first, but connecting with others who share similar experiences and l...
04/28/2026

A pulmonary hypertension diagnosis can be scary at first, but connecting with others who share similar experiences and learning from trusted resources can help you feel confident in managing your PH journey.

Join PHA’s “Newly Diagnosed with PH” Facebook group to connect with others with and gain support, knowledge and empowerment.

https://ow.ly/r1Pg50YOz3k

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