Dr. Sahay is a PH specialist based in Houston, Texas. (Photo courtesy of Dr. Sandeep Sahay) Day 20 of 30 This is Dr. Sandeep Sahay’s story: My name is Dr. Sahay, and I’m the co-director of the Pulmonary Hypertension Comprehensive Care and Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension Programs, and associate…
30 Days of PH
Photo courtesy of Shirley Craig Day 28 of 30 This is Shirley Craig‘s story: Pulmonary hypertension came into my life over 32 years ago … and I’m still here, surprised and very thankful! My family, faith, doctors, and PH family has…
Amanda and James, singers in Every Thing Covered Band. (Photo courtesy of James Ramsey) Day 19 of 30 This is James Ramsey’s story: My name is James Ramsey. I decided to rejoin my gym in 2018, and after working out, I began feeling dizzy. It lasted for two…
Jennica Clasby’s daughter, Brooklyn, was diagnosed with PH at age 3. (Photo courtesy of Jennica A. Clasby) Day 18 of 30 This is Jennica A. Clasby‘s story: When our daughter, Brooklyn, was diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension at the age of 3, the doctors continually…
Photo courtesy of Justin Anthony Day 17 of 30 This is Justin Anthony’s story: I can hardly recognize the man I used to be. The past few months have changed me physically, mentally, and emotionally. I tried to brave it out, hold on to hope, and pray for…
Brittany Foster fought for answers about her declining health but was initially dismissed by doctors. (Photo courtesy of Brittany Foster) Day 16 of 30 This is Brittany Foster‘s story: “It’s all in your head.” These words have haunted me for the last seven years after I…
Photo courtesy of Sarah Beth Shingler Day 15 of 30 This is Sarah Beth Shingler’s story: Twelve and a half years ago, my family first heard the words “pulmonary hypertension” (PH) when my sister was diagnosed. Little did we know that seven years and three months later,…
Prabu Prabakaran had to cut short a trip overseas due to worsening PH symptoms. (Photo courtesy of Prabu Prabakaran) Day 14 of 30 This is Sakthivel “Prabu” Prabakaran’s story: Hello, I am Prabu, and for 30 years, I’ve lived in Madison, Wisconsin, with my wife and two older kids.
Clockwise from left, Brinley, Wes, Jessica, and Augustus, the dog. (Photo courtesy of Jessica Cullum) Day 13 of 30 This is Jessica Cullum’s story: “Brinley has severe pulmonary arterial hypertension.” Those are words, Brinley’s dad and I will never forget. We cried and cried, and talked about how…
Candace’s grandson, Michael, diagnosed with PH as an infant, is now 6 years old. (Photo courtesy of Candace Ead) Day 12 of 30 This is Candace Ead’s story: My daughter, at age 16, gave birth to her beautiful son, Michael, turning our world upside down. But at only 1…
Emily, right, with her sister, Katy. (Photo courtesy of Emily Doak) Day 11 of 30 This is Emily Doak‘s story: Katy Doak, my sister, was diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension (PH) at age 4. After years on IV treatment, she received a double-lung transplant when she…
