Natalie Roy is a double lung transplant survivor living in Canada. She was diagnosed with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) in 2005 and received her transplant in 2017. .

After her successful transplant seven years ago, Natalie experienced a difficult initial recovery but felt amazing once she started healing. The first two years were cautious, but she was able to achieve many milestones she never thought possible, including getting married, playing sports, and changing careers.

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Maureen Harper, a CTEPH patient from Canada, shares her journey with this rare condition. She initially thought she had an infection in her leg, but further tests revealed enlarged pulmonary arteries and multiple blood clots in her lungs. After being diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension, she underwent a complex surgery in Toronto to attempt to remove the clots. Maureen continues to work full-time as a pharmacy technician, remains active with her family and Girl Guide unit, and maintains a positive outlook, choosing to focus on the positives rather than dwell on the negatives.

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Lynette Chambers, a 9-year PAH (pulmonary arterial hypertension) patient, has also been diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis (PF). She shares her journey, from struggling with daily activities to being admitted to the hospital with severely low oxygen levels. Lynette discusses the emotional challenges of facing a terminal illness and the difficulty of balancing work and family time. Despite the hard reality, Lynette emphasizes the importance of gratitude, making others feel better, and being the best version of oneself. She finds strength in her family, especially her grandchildren, and strives to create lasting memories and make a positive impact on those around her.

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