Posts by: Jen Cueva

Jen Cueva

October 13, 2021October 13, 2021

Self-advocacy Is an Important Part of Patient Treatment

COVID-19 Columns, Pulmonary Hypertension News Columns

Living with pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a constant challenge. If I’m not educating myself, I’m educating my family and friends, and at times, even my medical team. Yes, the members ... Read more

September 29, 2021September 29, 2021

Learning to Love My Body Despite the Effects of PH

COVID-19 Columns, Pulmonary Hypertension News Columns

Some days, as I catch a glimpse of the woman in the mirror, I find the reflection unrecognizable. The dark, weary circles around the eyes, the protruding cheek and collarbones, ... Read more

September 15, 2021September 15, 2021

8 Months Later, My Post-COVID-19 Symptoms Linger

COVID-19 Columns, Pulmonary Hypertension News Columns

What happens when one still suffers from COVID-19-related symptoms long after infection? Unfortunately, I am one of those people. My medical team is comprised of multiple specialists, along with my ... Read more

August 18, 2021August 18, 2021

Reminding Myself That I Am So Much More Than PH

Pulmonary Hypertension News Columns

Hey, y’all, I’m Jen. I love people. I enjoy talking, writing, and cooking. Coffee shops and food are my jam. I admire my family and friends. Listening to live music ... Read more

August 4, 2021August 4, 2021

Why Setting Boundaries Is Essential When Dealing With PH

COVID-19 Columns, Pulmonary Hypertension News Columns

Do you struggle to create boundaries to protect your health? Do others say that you are using your chronic illness as an excuse? If so, you are not alone. Learning ... Read more

July 21, 2021July 21, 2021

Learning My Limitations and Planning Ahead Makes Summer Enjoyable

COVID-19 Columns, Pulmonary Hypertension News Columns

Something about sunshine boosts my mood. Do you find that to be true, too? For me, warmer months bring to mind fun memories of childhood traditions. When I was growing ... Read more

June 23, 2021June 23, 2021

Celebrating 2 Years of This Column and Working From Home

COVID-19 Columns, Pulmonary Hypertension News Columns

Let’s celebrate! Come on, y’all, join me. Now, are you curious what we’re celebrating? This week, I celebrate two years of writing my column, “Worth the PHight.” I’ve mentioned before ... Read more

June 9, 2021June 9, 2021

Reminding Myself It’s Important to Unplug the Gadgets and Rest

COVID-19 Columns, Pulmonary Hypertension News Columns

Do you find yourself scrolling through emails or multitasking when you sit down to rest? If you can’t seem to stop working or focusing on tasks, you are not alone. ... Read more

May 26, 2021May 26, 2021

Finding Time for Dates With Your Partner

COVID-19 Columns, Pulmonary Hypertension News Columns

As humans, forming quality relationships is essential to our well-being. If you are like me, the pandemic has tossed a wrench in our relationships, including the romantic ones. Do you ... Read more

May 12, 2021May 12, 2021

When PTSD Creeps in After a Traumatic Hospitalization

COVID-19 Columns, Pulmonary Hypertension News Columns

Living with pulmonary hypertension (PH) is no easy feat. Unfortunately, frequent hospitalizations are a part of life. No one wants to be hospitalized, especially if previous visits were traumatic.  I ... Read more

April 21, 2021April 21, 2021

Dealing With Grief During a Pandemic: A Tribute to My Cowboy

COVID-19 Columns, Pulmonary Hypertension News Columns

Grief and loss have been common throughout this pandemic. According to a research article published last July in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of ... Read more

April 7, 2021April 7, 2021

Let’s Pursue the Workplaces We Deserve Despite Having Chronic Conditions

COVID-19 Columns, Pulmonary Hypertension News Columns

The last five months have been bumpy for my family. Back in November, my husband, Manny, and I both got COVID-19. I was hospitalized for several weeks and not expected ... Read more

March 17, 2021March 17, 2021

Amid COVID-19 Anxieties, Remember That Fear and Courage Can Coexist

COVID-19 Columns, Pulmonary Hypertension News Columns

As I sit down to write my column for BioNews, the parent company of this website, I think about you, my readers. While I strive to write about various topics, ... Read more

March 3, 2021March 3, 2021

How ‘Little House on the Prairie’ Helped Me Through Texas’ Recent Disaster

COVID-19 Columns, Pulmonary Hypertension News Columns

When we think about natural disasters here on Texas’ Gulf Coast, we usually think about hurricanes. But as 2021 took off, we found ourselves dealing with an arctic winter blast ... Read more

February 17, 2021February 17, 2021

My Husband Reflects on Life, 16 Years After My PH Diagnosis

COVID-19 Columns, Pulmonary Hypertension News Columns

Sixteen years ago, I was lying in a hospital bed, unsure just how much my life and my family’s lives were about to be turned upside down. As a nurse, ... Read more