Worth the PHight – a Column by Jen Cueva

October 18, 2019October 17, 2019

Our Wedding Vows Took on New Meaning After My PH Diagnosis

Columns, Worth the PHight - a Column by Jen Cueva

On March 14, 1992, when my husband said, “In sickness and in health,” he had no idea just how important those five words would become. I’m sure that like ... Read more

October 11, 2019October 9, 2019

My Free Advice to PH Newcomers

Columns, Worth the PHight - a Column by Jen Cueva

Nowadays, we pay for just about anything imaginable. But today is your lucky day! I’m offering free advice to those of you new to pulmonary hypertension (PH). Those who ... Read more

October 4, 2019October 2, 2019

Finding Joy in a Walk to the Ocean While Visiting My Favorite City

Columns, Worth the PHight - a Column by Jen Cueva

A few weeks ago, I wrote about planning happy moments amid the storms. I shared my excitement about a planned trip to San Diego with my husband. The city, ... Read more

September 27, 2019September 26, 2019

Educating TSA Agents About PH and Disability Issues

Columns, Worth the PHight - a Column by Jen Cueva

Traveling by plane can be stressful for anyone. Flying with pulmonary hypertension (PH) and other disabilities adds another dimension of stress and anxiety. My husband and I recently flew ... Read more

September 20, 2019September 18, 2019

Coexisting Conditions Make Managing PH Even More Challenging

Columns, Worth the PHight - a Column by Jen Cueva

Managing pulmonary hypertension (PH) can be exhausting. Adding coexisting conditions makes it even more challenging. Like me, many people struggle to manage multiple illnesses. In addition to PH, I ... Read more

September 13, 2019September 11, 2019

Natural Disaster Preparedness Tips for PH Patients

Columns, Worth the PHight - a Column by Jen Cueva

The number of devastating natural disasters has increased significantly in the past several years. These billion-dollar disasters strike some states repeatedly. Therefore, residents in those areas realize the importance ... Read more

September 6, 2019September 11, 2019

I’m Struggling with the Misconceptions of PH

Columns, Worth the PHight - a Column by Jen Cueva

Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a complicated disease. I am the first to admit that. I live in the mountains and the valleys of PH life daily, and often I am ... Read more

August 30, 2019September 4, 2019

Planning Happy Moments Amid the PH Storms

Columns, Worth the PHight - a Column by Jen Cueva

Surviving day in and day out with a life-threatening illness like pulmonary hypertension (PH), well, simply sucks. My struggles with numerous symptoms and medication side effects weigh me down and rapidly ... Read more

August 23, 2019August 27, 2019

This ‘Advocacy August,’ Let’s Educate Our Elected Officials About PH

Columns, Worth the PHight - a Column by Jen Cueva

“Advocacy August” is here. Because pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a rare disease and has no cure, it is necessary that we promote awareness among those who can make a ... Read more

August 16, 2019August 14, 2019

Looking Back at My PH Journey and Finding Hope in the Hard Places

Columns, Worth the PHight - a Column by Jen Cueva

My schedule was hectic this week. I had several days of bloodwork and doctors’ appointments scheduled. The heat here in Texas with its suffocating humidity is not ideal weather ... Read more

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