Unless you live with a chronic illness or care for someone who does, it isn’t easy to wrap your head…
Jen Cueva
Jen Cueva lives in sunny San Diego, California, with her husband and daughter. A former nurse, her life took an unexpected turn in 2005 when she was diagnosed with group 1 pulmonary hypertension (PH). That experience reshaped her purpose, transforming her journey into one of advocacy, connection, and hope. As Manager of Partnership Relations on the Bionews Advocacy team, Jen collaborates with rare disease communities to build bridges and strengthen support systems for patients and caregivers. She also serves as a forum moderator for *Pulmonary Hypertension News*, where she writes a biweekly column exploring the emotional landscape of living with PH, from resilience and gratitude to the quiet power of community. Whether she’s sharing stories that uplift or offering words that remind others they’re not alone, Jen finds meaning in helping people feel informed, empowered, and seen. When she’s not writing or advocating, you’ll likely find her at the beach, on a coffee date, or simply enjoying the laid-back San Diego sunshine. Together, we PHight stronger.
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Articles by Jen Cueva
As I debated what to write this week, I struggled for days. Continuous brain fog makes the decision difficult…
When I describe my pulmonary hypertension (PH) as stable, many think it means that I’m in remission. They don’t comprehend…
Last month I struggled with my mental health more than usual. My anxiety was out of control. I recognized…
After my bloodwork a few weeks ago, I stopped by a local 7-Eleven to grab an iced coffee. I parked…
Last month, I lost a friend within my rare disease community, pulmonary hypertension (PH). PH continuously takes with no…
Lately, I’ve realized I’m in a funk and don’t know how long I’ve been going through this season of my…
As I searched for a new primary care physician (PCP) in March, I learned that finding my new healthcare team…
Life after a pulmonary hypertension (PH) diagnosis is stressful. As a Type A personality, I’ve often defined my worth…
How PH Affects My Sexuality
My husband, Manny, and I celebrated our 30th wedding anniversary in March. If you know anything about my pulmonary…
It’s no secret that life turned upside down for my family and me when I was diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension…
Patient advocacy is a broad term covering many topics, and the concept leaves many confused. Those of us in the…