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As everybody probably knows, our body consists mostly of water and we need water to stay alive. Drinking enough water to stay hydrated is one of the most important things we should do, but not everyone likes it or even thinks about it on a daily basis. But here’s a plain…

There is a lot that we don’t know about the human body and about health. There’s such a big range of diseases that sometimes we just can’t keep track of it all. Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a lung and heart condition, but there are also other pulmonary diseases…

Even though pulmonary hypertension (PH) can be a devastating condition that can take a great part of the normal and routine life of PH patients, there are still things that people who live with this condition can do to keep moving and living life. Shortness of breath is one of…

Even though it affects million of people worldwide, there are still a lot of facts we don’t know about pulmonary hypertension and this heart and lung disease is still considered rare. But what is PH and what causes it? Learn more about possible causes of pulmonary hypertension.

Because pulmonary hypertension (PH) symptoms are so similar to other lung and respiratory diseases symptoms, it can be very difficult to diagnose it. Most of the time, it can take several years until doctors get an accurate diagnosis of PH. But how can pulmonary hypertension be diagnosed?…

Chloe Temtchine is no stranger to the pulmonary hypertension community, being one of the most active members of the community, always working to raise awareness for PH. As a well-known face on Youtube, Chloe uses her notoriety to reach people all over the world. Here she shares some…

Unfortunately, the symptoms of pulmonary hypertension are generally not apparent early on in the onset of the disease, and this may be the case for years to come. However, as PH progresses, signs and symptoms of the disease will become apparent. Here’s a list of seven signs that may indicate…

Did you know that after the age of 35 we lessen the signal between the diaphragm and our brain? This “loss of connection” does not allow the diaphragm to work at its maximum efficiency and our breathing becomes more labored. Because of that, as the years go by, we become…

Because pulmonary hypertension is a rare and progressive disorder, patients with PH can feel isolated and lonely. In this video, 25-year-old Shani shares her story of pulmonary hypertension, a disease she was diagnosed with when she was just nine months old. Read more about Shani’s 10 tips on how to travel safely with pulmonary hypertension.

Even though pulmonary hypertension (PH) can be a devastating condition that can steal a great part of the normal and routine life of PH patients, there are still things that people who live with this condition can do to keep moving and living life. Exercise is always recommended in a…

Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is serious heart and lung condition that is often misdiagnosed and can have a very short lifespan if not treated in time. After receiving an accurate diagnosis, it’s time to rethink your life and adapt yourself to your new PH life and routine. How is…

Chloe Temtchine is no stranger to the pulmonary hypertension (PH) community. In fact, besides being an amazing singer, Chloe has been one of the most active members of the community, always working to raise awareness for PH. As a well-known face on YouTube, Chloe uses her popularity to reach…