tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-56522521131360613522024-03-05T04:17:12.433-06:00Midwest Chapter News & AnnouncementsPulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.comBlogger54125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-58671925547993650762015-05-14T11:41:00.003-05:002015-05-14T11:41:15.006-05:00Celebrate with PHA!<span style="clear: left; color: black; float: left; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;"><img alt="O2 breathe - On par to a cure for pulmonary hypertension" height="63" id="_x0000_i1025" src="https://www.phassociation.org/image/newsletters/field-offices/mw/O2breathe_golf-logo.jpg" width="208" /></span>Thank you to everyone who joined PHA at Golfsmith on Thursday, April 30, for the O2 breathe Golf Outing Kick Off Event! <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.events.org%2fPHAGolf15%2fcPage.aspx%3fe%3d81623&srcid=82073&srctid=1&erid=3437191&trid=391a5b86-89cb-4d78-8e12-1a5e1b53b4c6"><strong>Purchase</strong></a> your foursome tickets today for the <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.events.org%2fPHAGolf15%2fcPage.aspx%3fe%3d81623&srcid=82073&srctid=1&erid=3437191&trid=391a5b86-89cb-4d78-8e12-1a5e1b53b4c6"><strong>Second Annual O2 breathe Golf Outing</strong></a> on Friday, June 5, 2015.<br />
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More than $45,000 was raised to support the fight against PH, and you can still <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.o2breathe.org%2fStride15&srcid=82073&srctid=1&erid=3437191&trid=391a5b86-89cb-4d78-8e12-1a5e1b53b4c6"><strong>contribute</strong></a> to this event until June 5 – be sure to <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.facebook.com%2fmedia%2fset%2f%3fset%3da.443884972454030.1073741841.128915723950958%26type%3d1&srcid=82073&srctid=1&erid=3437191&trid=391a5b86-89cb-4d78-8e12-1a5e1b53b4c6"><strong>view</strong> </a>and share photos from the big day!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fdewittracephms.com%2f&srcid=82073&srctid=1&erid=3437191&trid=391a5b86-89cb-4d78-8e12-1a5e1b53b4c6"><strong>Take a Breath for PH and Get Moving for MS</strong></a> took place Saturday, May 9, in DeWitt, Mich. The goal of the race day was to get people moving and having fun while raising funds for research – check out race results <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fdewittracephms.com&srcid=82073&srctid=1&erid=3437191&trid=391a5b86-89cb-4d78-8e12-1a5e1b53b4c6"><strong>here</strong></a>. There were over 200 participants that helped raise funds for pulmonary hypertension.<br /><br />Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-18847893318396523482015-04-28T08:33:00.002-05:002015-04-28T08:33:24.182-05:00Spend Your Weekend with PHA!Don’t delay – two chances this week to join PHA!<br /> <br /> <strong>Thursday, April 30</strong><br /><br /> <img src="https://www.phassociation.org/image/newsletters/field-offices/mw/O2breathe_golf-logo.jpg" /><br /><br />On Thursday, April 30, PHA Midwest will be kicking off the 2015 <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.events.org%2fPHAGolf15%2fcPage.aspx%3fe%3d81623&srcid=81617&srctid=1&erid=3383023&trid=3e83c30d-f323-4d82-8308-bc62ec71cb83"><strong>O<span style="font-size: x-small;">2</span> breathe Golf Outing</strong></a>. Join us at Golfsmith in Downers Grove, Ill., from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. This private in-store event will include a golf clinic, raffle, games and more. Bring family and friends and have some fun, all while supporting PHA. Come take a swing at PH!<br /><br /><strong>Sunday, May 3</strong><br /><img border="0" src="https://www.phassociation.org/image/newsletters/field-offices/mw/qmarathon1.gif" /><br /><br /><img border="0" src="https://www.phassociation.org/image/newsletters/field-offices/mw/CVSHealth-Logo.gif" /><br /><br />Join PHA at the <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.o2breathe.org%2fStride15&srcid=81617&srctid=1&erid=3383023&trid=3e83c30d-f323-4d82-8308-bc62ec71cb83"><strong>CVS Health Stride for a Cure O2 breathe Quarter Marathon Run and Walk</strong></a> on Sunday, May 3! Register online to join PHA at Busse Woods located in Elk Grove Village, Ill.<br /><br />All participants can choose to complete one of the following course distances: Quarter Marathon (Just over a 10K = 6.55 miles, timed and chipped), 5K (3.1 miles, timed and chipped), or Fun Walk (As little or as far as you would like to go!). Day of registration will start at 8:00 a.m. and Welcome Program at 8:30 a.m.Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-71737808140850831032015-04-28T08:30:00.002-05:002015-04-28T08:30:24.461-05:00The DeWitt Take a Breath for PH and Get Moving for MS 5KThe <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fdewittracephms.com%2f&srcid=81537&srctid=1&erid=3379873&trid=ac4734ca-3b78-44e0-95ac-bea70466d012"><strong>DeWitt Take a Breath for PH and Get Moving for MS</strong></a> 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Kids Run on Saturday, May 9, is less than two weeks away! While T-shirts are no longer guaranteed for new registrants, there is still time to <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2frunsignup.com%2fRace%2fMI%2fDewitt%2fDeWittTakeaBreathforPHandGetMovingForMS&srcid=81537&srctid=1&erid=3379873&trid=ac4734ca-3b78-44e0-95ac-bea70466d012"><strong>register</strong></a><strong>.</strong><br />
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<br /><strong>Volunteers Needed!</strong><br />There are lots of volunteer opportunities still available. Volunteers are needed to continue making the event a success! Check out a list of volunteer openings and signup <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.signupgenius.com%2fgo%2f10c0a49aea923a1f58-dewitt1&srcid=81537&srctid=1&erid=3379873&trid=ac4734ca-3b78-44e0-95ac-bea70466d012"><strong>here</strong></a>.<br /><br /><strong>"Carbo-load"</strong><br />Replenish your energy before or after the race. Meal tickets to Sweet Lorraine's Mac 'n' Cheese in East Lansing are for sale! The ticket is good for a meal, drink and sweet. It can be redeemed Thursday, May 7, 2015, through Sunday, May 10, 2015. A portion of the proceeds will support the charities. Tickets can be purchased <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2frunsignup.com%2fRace%2fStore%2fMI%2fDewitt%2fDeWittTakeaBreathforPHandGetMovingForMS&srcid=81537&srctid=1&erid=3379873&trid=ac4734ca-3b78-44e0-95ac-bea70466d012"><strong>online</strong></a> through the registration process.<br /><br /><strong>Online Auction</strong><br />The online auction will open today! There are a lot of great items available for bidding, with 100% of the proceeds going toward the charities. So, bid high and bid often - <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.32auctions.com%2fPHAandMS15&srcid=81537&srctid=1&erid=3379873&trid=ac4734ca-3b78-44e0-95ac-bea70466d012"><strong>check it out</strong></a>!<br /><br />See you at the starting line on Saturday, May 9, 2015!<br /><br />Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-23145135443685390492015-04-28T08:23:00.001-05:002015-04-28T08:23:40.344-05:00Quad Cities O2 breathe Fun WalkThe <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.O2breathe.org%2fquadcities15&srcid=81543&srctid=1&erid=3380492&trid=6f70899d-6390-4e32-aa83-20eef20adabf"><strong>Quad Cities O2 breathe Fun Walk</strong></a> is less than two months away! Join in on the PHun and the PHight at Ben Butterworth Park in Moline, Ill. The event will take place on Saturday, June 20, 2015, from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.<br />
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<br />Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-69591680121369108212015-04-20T14:19:00.002-05:002015-04-20T14:19:45.206-05:00Signing Up is Easy!<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px;">
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<a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=1125368" style="color: #23408f; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">Bank of America<br />Chicago Marathon<br />Team O<sub>2</sub> breathe Due Date</a><br />
April 21, 2015</div>
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<a href="http://www.kintera.org/atf/cf/%7BFE2CD864-445D-4E4E-9C0E-334D2D0F825E%7D/2015%20FLYER%20V2.PDF" style="color: #23408f; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">O<sub>2</sub> breathe Golf Outing Kickoff Party - Golfsmith</a><br />
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April 30, 2015</div>
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<a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/Stride15" style="color: #23408f; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">CVS Health Stride for a Cure, O<sub>2</sub> breathe Quarter Marathon</a><br />
Elk Grove Village, Ill.<br />
May 3, 2015</div>
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<a href="http://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Dewitt/DeWittTakeaBreathforPHandGetMovingForMS" style="color: #23408f; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">DeWitt Take a <br />Breath for PH</a><br />
DeWitt, Mich.<br />
May 9, 2015</div>
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<a href="http://www.kintera.org/atf/cf/%7BFE2CD864-445D-4E4E-9C0E-334D2D0F825E%7D/PULMONARY%20HYPERTENSION%20RESCHEDULE.PDF" style="color: #23408f; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">54th Street Restaurant<br />Fundraiser</a><br />
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May 14, 2015</div>
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<a href="http://www.events.org/PHAMC01/cpage.aspx?e=81623" style="color: #23408f; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">Chicago O<sub>2</sub> breathe<br /> Golf Outing</a><br />
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June 5, 2015</div>
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Moline, Ill.<br />
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<a href="http://iamselfless.com/causes/pulmonary-hypertension-association" style="color: #23408f; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">Selfless in Chicago</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/fightph15" style="color: #23408f; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">Team O<sub>2</sub> breathe<br />Choose Your Own</a></div>
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<span style="font-size: 8pt;"> Facebook - <a href="http://www.facebook.com/PHAMidwest" style="color: #23408f; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;"> www.facebook.com/PHAMidwest</a></span><br />
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Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-36771764800574332312015-04-08T10:09:00.001-05:002015-04-08T10:09:14.217-05:00Springtime has arrived!As the weather gets warmer, it's time to jump into spring with PHA Midwest! The Pulmonary Hypertension Association has several great opportunities to get you involved this spring.<br />
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<li><strong>Join a team:</strong> Fundraising as a team is an exciting aspect of the <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.o2breathe.org%2fStride15&srcid=80843&srctid=1&erid=3290487&trid=5afc9f93-ce8b-427e-bddc-d44b94289084"><strong>O2 breathe Quarter Marathon</strong></a> series. </li>
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In just about one month, PHA Midwest will be kicking off the <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.kintera.org%2fatf%2fcf%2f%257BFE2CD864-445D-4E4E-9C0E-334D2D0F825E%257D%2f2015%2520FLYER%2520V2.PDF&srcid=80843&srctid=1&erid=3290487&trid=5afc9f93-ce8b-427e-bddc-d44b94289084"><strong>2015 O2 breathe Golf Outing</strong></a>! Please join us at Golfsmith in Downers Grove, Ill., for a private in-store event. This event will take place on Thursday, April 30, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. It will include a golf clinic, raffle, games and more, all at NO COST! Just show up with family and friends and have some fun, all while supporting PHA. If interested in attending, <a href="mailto:rebekahmarquez@phassociation.org"><strong>RSVP</strong></a> prior to the kickoff event.</div>
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Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-43676103992910953362015-04-02T12:55:00.004-05:002015-04-02T12:55:39.377-05:00Calling All Runners!<div>
Tricks and fun, April Fools has begun – but this is no joke! As a Charity Partner for the 2015 <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.chicagomarathon.com%2fparticipant-information%2fregistration%2f&srcid=80802&srctid=1&erid=3281083&trid=67279176-0667-47dc-8a56-0c9c6dc8af88"><strong>Bank of America Chicago Marathon</strong></a>, we are excited to fill the last remaining spots we have available for the Oct. 11, 2015 race!</div>
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Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-24393591620811563782015-03-31T14:18:00.001-05:002015-03-31T14:18:59.477-05:00Time to Celebrate!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Team O<span style="font-size: x-small;">2</span> breathe took on the streets of Chicago at the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K this weekend. The team consisted of seven members including new and familiar faces, together raising over $1,000! We enjoyed cheering the team on and greatly appreciate their efforts in raising funds and spreading awareness of pulmonary hypertension.<br /><br /><strong>Trivia Challenge</strong><br />On Friday, March 20, 2015, over 230 participants attended the Second Annual St. Louis Trivia Night Challenge. Teams worked together to answer 80 questions in the quest to become the 2015 trivia champions! The evening was filled with fun games including a 50/50, heads or tails, split the deck card game and over 20 great baskets for many chances to win in a drawing! The night was a great success raising over $16,000 in support of the PHA mission.<br />
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<strong>Buffalo Wild Wings CVS Health Stride for a Cure Quarter Marathon Kickoff</strong><br />
Thank you to those who joined PHA Midwest Chapter at the Schaumburg, Ill., Buffalo Wild Wings on March 18, 2015, to kick off the CVS Health Stride for a Cure Quarter Marathon. Over $200 was raised to help the PHA Midwest Chapter to advance the understanding and treatment of pulmonary hypertension. <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.o2breathe.org%2fStride15&srcid=80800&srctid=1&erid=3269310&trid=b89d31fc-fe80-40b9-818d-cebf37a797f1"><strong>We can't wait to see you all on May 3 at Busse Woods.</strong></a><br /><br /> <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.phassociation.org%2fMidwest-PHA%2fDonate&srcid=80800&srctid=1&erid=3269310&trid=b89d31fc-fe80-40b9-818d-cebf37a797f1"><strong>Click here</strong></a> to make a donation to PHA Midwest Chapter.<br /><br />Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-37873372876253418182015-03-02T13:36:00.005-06:002015-03-02T13:36:42.456-06:00On the way to the month of May!Eileen Diez, pulmonary hypertension patient and PHA Midwest supporter, is participating in the CVS Health Stride for a Cure O2 breathe Quarter Marathon as a team leader. Being a team captain is one of several ways to participate in <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.o2breathe.org%2fStride15&srcid=80176&srctid=1&erid=3202587&trid=5a6e71bf-e1bc-4567-8c23-1aef2153a6cb"><strong>CVS Health Stride for a Cure</strong></a>. Friends and family will join Eileen on Sunday, May 3, 2015, to provide hope for ph patients and help make strides to find a cure for pulmonary hypertension. <br /><br />Start your team and join PHA at <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2ffpdcc.com%2fbusse-woods%2f&srcid=80176&srctid=1&erid=3202587&trid=5a6e71bf-e1bc-4567-8c23-1aef2153a6cb"><strong>Busse Woods</strong></a> located in Elk Grove Village, Ill., for the<a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.o2breathe.org%2fstride15&srcid=80176&srctid=1&erid=3202587&trid=5a6e71bf-e1bc-4567-8c23-1aef2153a6cb"> <strong>CVS Health Stride for a Cure O2 breathe Quarter Marathon Run and Walk</strong></a> on May 3. Visit <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.o2breathe.org%2fStride15&srcid=80176&srctid=1&erid=3202587&trid=5a6e71bf-e1bc-4567-8c23-1aef2153a6cb"><strong>www.o2breathe.org/Stride15</strong></a> to get started! <br />
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<br />Make strides with PHA today by doing one of the following: <br /><br /><a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.kintera.org%2ffaf%2fr%2fdefault.asp%3fievent%3d1125367%26lis%3d1%26kntae1125367%3d28AF6997DD4F4F0C9871C4C48AAB3D8A&srcid=80176&srctid=1&erid=3202587&trid=5a6e71bf-e1bc-4567-8c23-1aef2153a6cb"><strong>Start your team</strong></a>: Create a team of friends, family, neighbors and co-workers for the CVS Health Stride for a Cure O2 breathe Quarter Marathon. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.kintera.org%2ffaf%2fteams%2fregisterTeam.asp%3fievent%3d1125367%26lis%3d1%26kntae1125367%3d28AF6997DD4F4F0C9871C4C48AAB3D8A%26teamAction%3djoin&srcid=80176&srctid=1&erid=3202587&trid=5a6e71bf-e1bc-4567-8c23-1aef2153a6cb"><strong>Join a team</strong></a>: Fundraising as a team is an exciting aspect of the O2 breathe Quarter Marathon series. Check out the team incentives <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.kintera.org%2fatf%2fcf%2f%257BFE2CD864-445D-4E4E-9C0E-334D2D0F825E%257D%2f2015%2520TEAM%2520INCENTIVES.PDF&srcid=80176&srctid=1&erid=3202587&trid=5a6e71bf-e1bc-4567-8c23-1aef2153a6cb"><strong>here</strong></a><strong>.</strong> <br /><br /><a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.o2breathe.org%2ffaf%2fhome%2fwaiver.asp%3fievent%3d1125367%26lis%3d1%26kntae1125367%3d28AF6997DD4F4F0C9871C4C48AAB3D8A&srcid=80176&srctid=1&erid=3202587&trid=5a6e71bf-e1bc-4567-8c23-1aef2153a6cb"><strong>Sign up as an individual</strong>:</a> Check out the individual fundraising incentives <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.kintera.org%2fatf%2fcf%2f%257BF38E452C-769B-44FE-BBFE-B847A27889AF%257D%2f2015%2520INDIVIDUAL%2520INCENTIVES%25202.11.2015.PDF&srcid=80176&srctid=1&erid=3202587&trid=5a6e71bf-e1bc-4567-8c23-1aef2153a6cb"><strong>here</strong></a>. <br /><br />Participants can choose to complete one of the following course distances: <br />Quarter Marathon (Just over a 10K = 6.55 miles, timed and chipped) <br />5K (3.1 miles, timed and chipped) <br />Fun Walk (As little or as far as you would like to go!) <br /><br />The O2 breathe run/walks series is an opportunity for the PH community to join the fight for a cure. <br /><br /><img border="0" height="171" src="https://www.phassociation.org/image/chapters/midwest/bww.png" width="400" /><br /><br />Eat wings. Raise funds for PHA. <br /><br />Come together to raise funds and awareness, helping the PHA Midwest Chapter to advance the understanding and treatment of pulmonary hypertension. <br /><br />The CVS Health Stride for a Cure Kickoff <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.kintera.org%2fatf%2fcf%2f%257BFE2CD864-445D-4E4E-9C0E-334D2D0F825E%257D%2fPULMONARY%2520HYPERTENSION%2520ASSOCIATION%2520%25282%2529.PDF&srcid=80176&srctid=1&erid=3202587&trid=5a6e71bf-e1bc-4567-8c23-1aef2153a6cb"><strong>Fundraising Night at Buffalo Wild Wings</strong></a> is on Wednesday, March 18, 2015, in Schaumburg, Ill. Ten percent of food sales, from each guest that presents this <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.kintera.org%2fatf%2fcf%2f%257BFE2CD864-445D-4E4E-9C0E-334D2D0F825E%257D%2fPULMONARY%2520HYPERTENSION%2520ASSOCIATION%2520%25282%2529.PDF&srcid=80176&srctid=1&erid=3202587&trid=5a6e71bf-e1bc-4567-8c23-1aef2153a6cb"><strong>ticket</strong></a> throughout the day, will be donated to PHA Midwest Chapter! Be sure to forward this email to all your friends, family and co-workers to spread the word. <br />
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Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-68237332238642151112015-03-02T13:32:00.002-06:002015-03-02T13:32:35.478-06:00Let the Countdown Begin!<div style="text-align: left;">
We are just three weeks away from the Second Annual Trivia Night! Come join <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.phassociation.org%2fMidwest-PHA&srcid=80175&srctid=1&erid=3202586&trid=3bc95d7b-bb52-43f1-aa61-e36a7af4b8d9"><strong>PHA Midwest</strong></a> and the <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.phassociation.org%2fsslpage.aspx%3fpid%3d234%26srcid%3d220%26chid%3d109&srcid=80175&srctid=1&erid=3202586&trid=3bc95d7b-bb52-43f1-aa61-e36a7af4b8d9"><strong>St. Louis Support Group</strong></a> at the <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.events.org%2fPHATrivia15&srcid=80175&srctid=1&erid=3202586&trid=3bc95d7b-bb52-43f1-aa61-e36a7af4b8d9"><strong>Second Annual Trivia Night</strong></a> on Friday, March 20, 2015, in Maryland Heights, Mo.<br />
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Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-73947903620750912572015-02-18T10:19:00.003-06:002015-02-18T10:19:26.416-06:00Ready for Trivia?Come join <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.phassociation.org%2fMidwest-PHA&srcid=79967&srctid=1&erid=3181038&trid=cba9f51a-cdba-4749-848a-e4e3aac706ab"><strong>PHA Midwest</strong></a> and the <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.phassociation.org%2fsslpage.aspx%3fpid%3d234%26srcid%3d220%26chid%3d109&srcid=79967&srctid=1&erid=3181038&trid=cba9f51a-cdba-4749-848a-e4e3aac706ab"><strong>St. Louis Support Group</strong></a> at the <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.events.org%2fPHATrivia15&srcid=79967&srctid=1&erid=3181038&trid=cba9f51a-cdba-4749-848a-e4e3aac706ab"><strong>Second Annual Trivia Night</strong></a> on Friday, March 20, 2015, in Maryland Heights, Mo,, for a night of games, food, drinks and eight rounds of 10 pre-determined trivia questions!<br />
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Thanks to all of the support in the past years, the <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.o2breathe.org%2fStride15&srcid=79968&srctid=1&erid=3181039&trid=1f9c96cb-7977-49a8-a734-1ae43036a320"><strong>4th Annual CVS Health Stride for a Cure O2 breathe Quarter Marathon </strong></a>has outgrown the former event space - this year the event will take place on Sunday, May 3, 2015 at<strong> </strong><a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2ffpdcc.com%2fbusse-woods%2f&srcid=79968&srctid=1&erid=3181039&trid=1f9c96cb-7977-49a8-a734-1ae43036a320"><strong>Busse Woods Forest Preserve</strong></a> in Elk Grove Village, Ill. The new location will allow for an expanded course and event space!</div>
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The CVS Health Stride for a Cure Kickoff <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.kintera.org%2fatf%2fcf%2f%257BFE2CD864-445D-4E4E-9C0E-334D2D0F825E%257D%2fPULMONARY%2520HYPERTENSION%2520ASSOCIATION%2520%25282%2529.PDF&srcid=79968&srctid=1&erid=3181039&trid=1f9c96cb-7977-49a8-a734-1ae43036a320"><strong>Fundraising Night at Buffalo Wild Wings</strong></a> is on Wednesday, March 18, 2015, in Schaumburg, Ill. Ten percent of food sales, from each guest that presents this <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.kintera.org%2fatf%2fcf%2f%257BFE2CD864-445D-4E4E-9C0E-334D2D0F825E%257D%2fPULMONARY%2520HYPERTENSION%2520ASSOCIATION%2520%25282%2529.PDF&srcid=79968&srctid=1&erid=3181039&trid=1f9c96cb-7977-49a8-a734-1ae43036a320"><strong>ticket</strong></a> throughout the day, will be donated to PHA Midwest Chapter! Be sure to forward this email to all your friends, family and co-workers to spread the word.</div>
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Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-66780451587218502392015-01-28T12:48:00.001-06:002015-01-28T12:59:13.465-06:00Jumping into 2015!The Midwest Chapter of the Pulmonary Hypertension Association had an amazing year thanks to your support through the O<sub>2</sub> breathe and Support Group events.<br />
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PHA Midwest along with the St. Louis Support Group present the <b><a href="http://www.events.org/PHATrivia15" target="_blank">Second Annual PHA Trivia Night</a></b> on Friday, March 20, 2015, in Maryland Heights, Mo. The evening will be filled with eight rounds of 10 predetermined questions, a raffle and other fun games throughout the night! Tickets are $25 per person or $200 per teams of eight. <a href="http://www.events.org/creg.aspx?e=77463&m=16" target="_blank"><b>Purchase</b></a> your tickets and get more information at <a href="http://www.events.org/PHATrivia15" target="_blank"><b>www.events.org/PHATrivia15</b></a>.<br />
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We are kicking off 2015 by presenting the <b><a href="http://www.phassociation.org/Midwest-PHA" target="_blank">O<sub>2</sub> breathe Quarter Marathon Series</a></b> in Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit and Indianapolis while adding O<sub>2</sub> breathe events in new cities throughout the Midwest! This special four-part run/walk series consists of certified and timed quarter marathon courses (6.55 miles - just over a 10K course). All courses will have a fun walk and shorter distances available so everyone can participate. Challenge yourself or build a team to complete one or all of the quarter marathons across the Midwest!<br />
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Save the date for the first Quarter Marathon on <b>Sunday, May 3, 2015</b>! The <a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/stride15" target="_blank"><b>4th Annual CVS Health Stride for a Cure, O<sub>2</sub> breathe Quarter Marathon</b></a> will be located at Busse Woods Forest Preserve in Elk Grove Village, Ill. Come together to raise funds and awareness that will allow PHA to advance the understanding and treatment of pulmonary hypertension.<br />
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We are looking forward to seeing you at the O<sub>2</sub> breathe events this year!Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-15054043213217113992015-01-28T11:31:00.002-06:002015-01-28T13:00:06.922-06:00Team Up with PHA!Team O<sub>2</sub> breathe is sweeping across the country, and we have lots of opportunities for you and your friends and family to join us in the coming year. Are you an athlete, looking for a challenge, or do you know someone who is? We're looking for individuals in the community to join Team O<sub>2</sub> breathe in 2015 and help us put those endurance skills to the test as we fight back against PH.<br />
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Team O<sub>2</sub> breathe "Choose Your Own Event" allows members of the PH community to participate in any event of their choice, whether it be a 5K, swim, triathlon or other endurance event, all while raising funds and awareness for PH. At PHA, we enjoyed cheering on members of Team O<sub>2</sub> breathe in 2014, and we're excited for even bigger things in 2015, but we can't do it without your support and participation.<br />
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<b>Los Angeles Marathon</b><br />
The ASICS LA Marathon will set out from Dodger Stadium and finish in Santa Monica, Calif., on March 15. Register <a href="http://o2breathe.org/lamarathon" target="_blank"><b>today</b></a>.<br />
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<b>Shamrock Shuffle 8K</b><br />
PHA Midwest and Team O<sub>2</sub> breathe will participate in the 36th Annual Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K in the heart of Chicago on Sunday, March 29. Sign up <a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=1129294" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a>.<br />
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<b>San Francisco Marathon</b><br />
The San Francisco Marathon is a loop course, taking runners on a journey around the city with gorgeous views, including the San Francisco Bay. The event will take place on Sunday, July 26. Register<b> <a href="http://o2breathe.org/sfmarathon" target="_blank">today</a></b>.<br />
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<b>RCP Tiburon Mile Swim Tiburon</b><br />
The RCP Tiburon Mile has quickly become known as the most competitive and prestigious open water swim event in the world. Hundreds of swimmers will converge upon the Town of Tiburon, Calif., and battle the waters of The Raccoon Strait on Sunday, Sept. 20. <a href="http://o2breathe.org/tiburon" target="_blank"><b>Sign up</b></a> for Team O<sub>2</sub> breathe today.<br />
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<b>Bank of America Chicago Marathon </b><br />
Join Team O<sub>2</sub> breathe on Sunday, Oct. 11, for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. On race day, runners from all 50 states and more than 100 countries will set out to accomplish a personal dream by reaching the finish line in Grant Park. Learn more <a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/chicagomarathon15" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a>. <br />
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<b>Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon & Half Marathon </b><br />
Are you ready to rock? Join Team O<sub>2</sub> breathe at the Rock n Roll Marathon and Half Marathon in the following cities:<br />
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By joining one of the events above, you can cross the finish line knowing you have helped raise awareness and funds for PHA. Visit <b><a href="http://www.teamo2breathe.org/" target="_blank">www.TeamO2breathe.org</a></b>, call 855-932-7255 x3 or email <a href="mailto:GeoffGephart@PHAssociation.org"><b>GeoffGephart@PHAssociation.org</b></a> for more information. <br />
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PHA looks forward to cheering you on as an official member of Team O<sub>2</sub> breathe! Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-16541579273272691662014-11-11T14:32:00.000-06:002014-11-11T14:32:00.131-06:00Share Your Journey and StoryYou can share any or all aspects of your life as a person touched by pulmonary hypertension. As you share your story, think about what others in the community can learn from your experience - especially newly diagnosed patients. Thank you for sharing your story! Email <a href="mailto:ColleenRyan@PHAssociation.org">ColleenRyan@PHAssociation.org</a> to share your PH story with a picture.Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-15206147656609978572014-11-07T14:25:00.000-06:002014-11-07T14:25:00.681-06:00Chicagoland Support GroupPHA is bringing together patients and caregivers in the Chicagoland area. Join us in celebrating a successful year and the PH community! The afternoon will include speakers Carl Hicks, PHA Executive Vice President, and Kayla Morrison, PHA National Support Group Senior Associate. The event will also include an inspiring presentation from Beverly George highlighting Team PHenomenal Hope's Race Across America.<br />
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<b>Who:</b> PH patients +1 caregiver<br />
<b>When: </b>Dec. 13, 2014, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm<br />
<b>Where:</b> <a href="https://phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.maggianos.com%2flocations%2fus%2fillinois%2foak-brook%2foakbrook-shopping-center%2f&srcid=77789&srctid=1&erid=2924007&trid=ccc4e077-e8cc-440e-90de-a8a7a5f6034a" target="_blank">Maggiano's Little Italy</a><br />
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Please <b><a href="https://phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.O2Breathe.org%2fSupportGroup2014&srcid=77789&srctid=1&erid=2924007&trid=ccc4e077-e8cc-440e-90de-a8a7a5f6034a" target="_blank">RSVP</a></b> by Dec. 8: Any questions, comments or concerns please contact Rebekah Marquez<br />
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We have two events going on this month for PH Awareness Month in our chapter area. Learn more and join us for some periwinkle fun.<br />
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Sunday, Nov. 16, 2014: <a href="http://www.kintera.org/atf/cf/%7BFE2CD864-445D-4E4E-9C0E-334D2D0F825E%7D/LUNCHEON%20CONF%2020143.PDF" target="_blank"><b>PH Awareness Conference and Luncheon</b></a> Novi, Michigan<br />
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Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014: <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/Midwest-PHA/HeartsGala14" target="_blank"><b>O<sub>2</sub> breathe Hearts PHor Hope Gala</b></a>Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-30479489443885540652014-11-03T14:23:00.004-06:002014-11-03T14:32:04.375-06:00Please Take This Short Survey<b>As a key member of the PH community we are asking for your input</b> - please take this short 3-4 minute <b><a href="https://phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.surveymonkey.com%2fs%2fN2J79G5&srcid=77789&srctid=1&erid=2924007&trid=ccc4e077-e8cc-440e-90de-a8a7a5f6034a" target="_blank">survey</a></b> about your involvement and interests to help PHA expand in 2015! Everyone who completes the <b><a href="https://phassociation.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.surveymonkey.com%2fs%2fN2J79G5&srcid=77789&srctid=1&erid=2924007&trid=ccc4e077-e8cc-440e-90de-a8a7a5f6034a" target="_blank">survey</a></b> by Nov. 24, 2014 will be entered in a drawing for some special PHA items.<br />
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PHA Midwest ChapterPulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-84397914907037341602014-10-06T09:21:00.000-05:002014-10-06T09:21:56.604-05:00It's Time to Celebrate!Thanks to you we've had two very successful events this month! Read all about them and view photos below.<br />
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Our inaugural <a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/Detroit14" style="color: #23408f; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Greater Detroit O<sub>2</sub> breathe 10K, 5K Run and Fun Walk</a> was Sunday, Sept. 7 in Shelby Township, Mich. We had over 200 participants and have raised more than $30,000! You can still fundraise for Greater Detroit O<sub>2</sub> breathe, donations will be accepted until Oct. 26.<br />
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The Second Annual <a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/Steps14" style="color: #23408f; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Steps for Stripes, An O<sub>2</sub> breathe Fun Walk</a> took place on Sunday, Sept. 14 in Brookfield, Wis.<br />
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With over 80 participants and a few furry friends, we have raised close to $18,000! You can still fundraise for <a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/Steps14" style="color: #23408f; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Steps for Stripes</a>; donations will be accepted until Nov. 1. Thank you to the committee members for helping to make this event a great success!
Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-56786002015615605852014-10-03T09:48:00.000-05:002014-10-03T09:48:24.876-05:00We're Running a Marathon!<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Michelle and Patrick Farley are running for <a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?ievent=1101378&lis=1&kntae1101378=B7363CC1BB6747DEBE879DFE8E91436D&supId=403659817" target="_blank">Katie</a></td></tr>
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On Sunday, Oct. 12, runners from all 50 states and more than 100 countries will set out to accomplish a personal dream by reaching the finish line in Grant Park at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon.<br />
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PHA's <a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?supId=0&ievent=1101378&lis=1&kntae1101378=EF6A812DB4654CB596CE4980F6E2E18A" target="_blank">Team O<sub>2</sub> breathe</a> will cross the finish line not only fulfilling their dreams but also having helped raise awareness and funds to support PHA's programs and services for the PH community. Thanks to their dedication and hard work, Team O<sub>2</sub> breathe has already raised more than $20,000!<br />
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<b>Introducing Team O<sub>2</sub> breathe...</b><br />
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<li><a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?ievent=1101378&lis=1&kntae1101378=B7363CC1BB6747DEBE879DFE8E91436D&supId=403659817" target="_blank">Michelle Farley</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?ievent=1101378&lis=1&kntae1101378=B7363CC1BB6747DEBE879DFE8E91436D&supId=404156702" target="_blank">Patrick Farley</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?ievent=1101378&lis=1&kntae1101378=5C295311A1194394B29A6FE3D14C057A&supId=403700624" target="_blank">Chris Kloepfer</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?ievent=1101378&lis=1&kntae1101378=B7363CC1BB6747DEBE879DFE8E91436D&supId=403522963" target="_blank">Anthony Piatek</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?ievent=1101378&lis=1&kntae1101378=B7363CC1BB6747DEBE879DFE8E91436D&supId=403902693" target="_blank">Susy Schwede</a></li>
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PHA Midwest Chapter will have a cheering section for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon – Charity Block Party. If you are interested in cheering with PHA at the Charity Block Party on Oct. 12, please <a href="http://www.kintera.org/faf/volunteerRegNew/contactUs.asp?ievent=1101378&lis=1&kntae1101378=5C295311A1194394B29A6FE3D14C057A" target="_blank">join us</a>! Can't make it? <b><a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?supId=0&ievent=1101378&lis=1&kntae1101378=EF6A812DB4654CB596CE4980F6E2E18A" target="_blank">Support the team here</a></b><br />
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Follow us on <a href="https://twitter.com/phamidwest" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/PHAMidwest" target="_blank">Facebook</a>! We will be live tweeting and posting with Bank of America Chicago Marathon updates and pictures.Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-84977282631355597752014-09-22T10:18:00.000-05:002014-09-22T10:18:26.345-05:00You're Invited to PHA's Midwest Gala<div style="margin: 0px 0px 1em;">
<img alt="" height="92" src="https://www.phassociation.org/view.image?Id=20524" width="226" /></div>
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<i>"Sickler is an engaging storyteller."</i></div>
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<a href="https://www.phassociation.org/view.image?Id=20525" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="" border="0" height="183" src="https://www.phassociation.org/view.image?Id=20525" width="122" /></a>Comedian Ryan Sickler (<i>right</i>) is joining PHA Midwest at our Hearts PHor Hope Gala in November! Come join us on Saturday, Nov. 22 for a night of laughter, entertainment and auction to support the PH community at our first O<sub>2</sub> breathe <a href="http://www.events.org/PHAMC01/cpage.aspx?e=75395" style="color: #23408f; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">Hearts PHor Hope Gala</a>. Ryan will share stories about family, friends and comedy. The evening will be emceed by CBS 2 Chicago reporter Dana Koslov.</div>
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As part of this event, we're excited to be honoring Stuart Rich, MD, Clinical Professor of Medicine, The University of Chicago Medicine with the 2014 Heart PHor Hope Legacy award.</div>
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<b>Who</b>: PHA Midwest and the PH community<br />
<b>What</b>: <a href="http://www.events.org/PHAMC01/cpage.aspx?e=75395" style="color: #23408f; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">Chicago Hearts PHor Hope Gala</a><br />
<b>Where</b>: <a href="http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/chibr-renaissance-chicago-ohare-suites-hotel/" style="color: #23408f; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">Renaissance Chicago O'Hare Suites Hotel - Grand Ballroom</a><br />
<b>When</b>: Saturday, Nov. 22 starting at 6 p.m.</div>
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The Gala will bring together the PH community to celebrate the accomplishments and advances made in the PH field, while honoring those that made these advances possible. Register today to reserve your table!</div>
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If you can't join us, please <a href="http://www.phassociation.org/Midwest-PHA/Donate" style="color: #23408f; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">donate</a> to PHA.</div>
Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-35717253358218329662014-09-18T04:54:00.001-05:002014-09-18T04:54:24.079-05:00Greater Detroit O2 breathe Event Smashing Success<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We had such a great turnout for our PHA Midwest Chapter inaugural event in greater Detroit at Stoney Creek Metro Park! Thank you donors, sponsors, team captains, volunteers and participants for making this a wonderful event! We had over 200 participants join us and help raise over $30,000!<br />
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.341831392659389.1073741835.128915723950958&type=3" target="_blank"><b>Check out the photos</b></a>Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-21391906186265239792014-09-17T12:04:00.000-05:002014-09-17T12:04:00.114-05:00Join Our Next O2 breathe Event in Indiana!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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"<i>I have learned to live with pulmonary hypertension, accepting and adjusting, but still trying to live a productive life, not knowing the outcome. I still have hope for the future</i>."<br />
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Jeanette Morrill (<i>right</i>) has hope for her future with pulmonary hypertension. PHA empowers those who have pulmonary hypertension by having opportunities to get involved with support groups and events throughout the nation! The O2 breathe events help spread hope to patients and supporters.<br />
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<b>Who:</b> PHA Midwest and the PH community<br />
<b>What:</b> <a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=1105470">Indianapolis O2 breathe Walk</a> <br />
<b>Where:</b> Fishers, Ind., located at <a href="http://www.ambassadorhouse.org/">The Historic Ambassador House and Heritage Gardens</a><br />
<b>When:</b> Saturday, Oct. 4<br />
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<a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=1105470" target="_blank"><b>Register now</b> </a><br />
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If you can't join us, <a href="https://www.phassociation.org/Midwest-PHA/Donate">donate to PHA</a>.Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-65572605593366964872014-09-16T11:00:00.000-05:002014-09-16T11:00:02.315-05:00Purchase Your Raffle Tickets!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The <a href="https://www.phassociation.org/Midwest-PHA/IndianapolisSupportGroupQuilt">Indianapolis Support Group raffle</a> will include zebra wood carvings and a handmade PH quilt (right). The donations will be given to the <a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=1105470#">Indianapolis O<sub>2</sub> breathe Walk</a>.<br />
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<b><a href="https://www.phassociation.org/Midwest-PHA/IndianapolisSupportGroupQuilt">Purchase your tickets now</a> </b> to have the chance to win these great items!<br />
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1 ticket for $5<br />
5 tickets for $20<br />
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Online sales will end Oct .1 and the winner will be announced on Saturday, Oct. 4.Pulmonary Hypertension Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471592558392641502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5652252113136061352.post-66673322006800030062014-09-15T11:56:00.001-05:002014-09-15T11:56:30.557-05:002014 Bank of America Chicago Marathon<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Anthony Piatek ran the marathon<br />
in 2013 in memory of his mother,<br />
PH patient Mary Jo Piatek</td></tr>
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The PHA Midwest Chapter is excited to be an official Affiliate Charity Partner for the 2014 Bank of America Chicago Marathon! Team O<sub>2</sub> breathe will run in 2014 to raise PH awareness and funds for a cure.<br />
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PHA Midwest will have a cheering section on October 12 at the Charity Block Party around the halfway point of the race. If anyone is interested in more details to join in supporting Team O<sub>2</sub> breathe please contact us at 855-932-7255 x4 or <a href="mailto:JoinMidwest@PHAssociation.org">JoinMidwest@PHAssociation.org</a>.<br />
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We currently have 7 members on Team O<sub>2</sub> breathe and they are going strong with training and fundraising.<br />
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<a href="http://www.o2breathe.org/2014ChicagoMarathon" target="_blank"><b>Learn more </b></a><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The official training sponsor for Team O<sub>2</sub> Breathe in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon is<br />
CES (Chicago Endurance Sports)</td></tr>
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