When I got my driver’s license at 16, my parents mentioned that I might benefit from handicapped parking, given my pulmonary hypertension (PH). But despite my poor tolerance for walking distances at the time, I didn’t even entertain the subject. A parking permit — a blue tag that…
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Researchers used small particles called extracellular vesicles to deliver a form of apelin directly to damaged blood vessels in the lungs, which helped reverse the damage and improve heart function in animal models of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), according to a study. Apelin, a peptide that plays a role…
Managing pulmonary hypertension (PH) for 20 years has not only shaped my life, but it’s also allowed me to connect deeply with a resilient and inspiring community. Over the years, I’ve witnessed firsthand the strength of patients and caregivers who come together to support one another, champion awareness, and…
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