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Proposed changes to the benefits system: Information for people with PH

On 18th March, the government announced proposals to change parts of the benefits system, including Personal independence Payments (PIP), which many people with pulmonary hypertension rely on. We have put together this information to help you understand what has been proposed, what it means for people with long-term health conditions, and what happens next.

20 March 2025

Bookings now open for Together Glasgow

Booking is now open for our next free Together event, this time held in conjunction with the Scottish Pulmonary Vascular Unit.

11 March 2025

Relaxed gatherings aim to bring people with PH together

Our new informal get-togethers are a chance to connect with others affected by PH in a welcoming and relaxed environment.

18 February 2025

An open letter to Wes Streeting MP, Secretary of State for Health and Social Care

We were shocked and dismayed to see comments from the Health Secretary Wes Streeting suggesting that organisations like ours should stop standing up for patients by lobbying government.

12 February 2025

Audit confirms high quality PH care

The latest National Audit of Pulmonary Hypertension shows continuing strong performance by the UK’s specialist centres.

7 February 2025

COMMENT: Nurse training school closure is a devastating and deeply disappointing decision that should be challenged

Last week, Cardiff University announced it will close its School of Nursing due to a funding shortfall.

4 February 2025