Worth the PHight – a Column by Jen Cueva

Jen is a columnist and forum moderator for PH News Today. Jen worked in nursing before the script changed upon her diagnosis of PH in 2005. Advocating and meeting those with PH has always been an essential part of her life. Her passion is to instill hope and remind others in the PH community that they are not alone. In her weekly column, she delves into the roller coaster of emotions that come along with PH. Jen lives on the Texas Gulf Coast with her husband and mini-schnauzer. Together we PHight stronger.

August 31, 2020August 27, 2020

‘Let It Go’: Dealing With Inconsiderate Comments

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“You look so good.” “What’s wrong with you now?” “But you’re too young to be on oxygen.” “Wow, you don’t look sick at all.” “But you went out last ... Read more

August 24, 2020August 20, 2020

Celebrating My Daughter’s Birthday With a Special Song

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The song “In My Daughter’s Eyes” by Martina McBride hits me heavy every time I hear it. I always dedicate this song to my daughter, Kayla. If only I ... Read more

August 10, 2020August 6, 2020

Some Days, Anxiety Feels Like Riding the Crazy Train

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According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, nearly 40 million people in the United States experience an anxiety disorder in any given year. If you have pulmonary ... Read more

August 3, 2020July 29, 2020

Here’s How I Show My Husband and Caregiver My Appreciation

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“When thunder rolls through my life, Will you be able to weather the storm? There’s so much I would give ya, baby.” While these lyrics to Pink’s “Love Song” ... Read more

July 27, 2020July 23, 2020

A Lesson About Pity from My Late PHriend

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Since my recent hospitalization, I am not allowed to drive for a while. This may seem like no big deal to some, but for me, driving is my little ... Read more

July 20, 2020July 17, 2020

Life Is Tough, but So Am I

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“Life is tough, my darling, but so are you.” – Stephanie Bennett-Henry My husband pushed me in my wheelchair through the main hospital entrance. My pulmonary hypertension (PH) medical ... Read more

July 6, 2020July 1, 2020

Stress Is Piling On, Which Exacerbates PH Symptoms

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“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” – Matthew 6:34 I’m noticing that my pulmonary hypertension ... Read more

June 29, 2020June 26, 2020

The Three Words That I Find Most Difficult to Say

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If I asked you which three words you find most difficult, how would you answer? Some may say, “I love you.“ Others may say, “there’s no cure.” But “I ... Read more

June 22, 2020June 19, 2020

Celebrating My First Anniversary of Writing ‘Worth the PHight’

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As a child, I enjoyed writing. My Moma always reminds me of the “I’m sorry” letters I wrote when I did something wrong. Writing cards and notes and mailing ... Read more

June 15, 2020June 12, 2020

Tips for Battling Bronchitis When You Have PH

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I attempt to take a deep breath, but tightness squeezes my chest. Pain follows, as if someone is crushing not only my lungs but my ribs, too. I woke ... Read more