Pulmonary Hypertension Unit

  • What is Pulmonary Hypertension


    NPHU Ireland

    Pulmonary hypertension (PH) refers to high blood pressure in the blood vessels that supply the lungs (pulmonary= lungs; hypertension= high blood pressure). PH is classified into 5 different groups, depending on the underlying cause and predicted response to specific treatments ...The diagnosis of PH is frequently delayed as the symptoms associated with this condition are often confused for other respiratory or cardiac conditions. These symptoms can include fatigue, shortness of breath, chest pain, palpitations, dizzy spells, faints and leg swelling ...

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  • National Pulmonary Hypertension Unit


    NPHU Ireland

    With the support of the Mater Misericordiae Hospital and the ERHA, a specialised centre for pulmonary hypertension was established at the Mater Hospital in 2003. The PH unit is the national referral and treatment centre for those diagnosed with PH in Ireland....

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  • Pulmonary Hypertension Association Ireland


    PHA Ireland

    PHA Ireland was established in 2005 as a patient support organization raising the profile of pulmonary hypertension and providing help and information for people who are diagnosed and living with this disease in Ireland and their carers/families. It is under the auspices of The Mater Hospital Foundation

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  • Pulmonary Hypertension & Exercise


    PH & Exercise

    There are numerous positive effects of physical activity and exercise on health, including improved muscle strength, bone denisty and walking distance. Furthermore physical activity can contribute to overall wellbeing and improve sleep, reduce fatigue and assist with weight management, translating to a better quality of life.....

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  • Recent Fundraiser

    (This event is complete now) Conor Keeling, a retired transatlantic pilot, undertook an incredible endurance cycle from Papworth Hospital Cambridge UK, the location of his life saving surgery, to his home in Malahide, Dublin to raise both funds for PHA Ireland and awareness of the devastating impact PH has on peoples' lives. Please use the 'DONATE NOW' button at the top of our website to support PHA Ireland via The Mater Hospital Foundation. Please select OTHER under 'I'm donating to' box and enter PHA Ireland.

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  • Featured News

    Conor Keeling raises funds for PHA Ireland

    We were so proud to stand alongside Conor today as we handed over a cheque for an incredible €7,805 to the Mater Foundation — funds raised by Conor on his amazing #CycleHomeFromHospital in support of Pulmonary Hypertension Association Ireland. After undergoing life-saving surgery at Royal Papworth Hospital, Conor took on a solo 520 km cycle […]

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    26th Jun 25

    Conor Cycles Home from Hospital: Why Conor is pedalling over 300 miles to give thanks

    Pictured above at the Mater Hospital Conor Keeling (right) with Prof. Sean Gaine (left) of the National Pulmonary Hypertension Unit, and Ciara McCormack, Project Director of PHA Ireland. Travelling from Cambridge to Dublin is no short journey, but Conor Keeling (a retired Aer Lingus Transatlantic Pilot) is determined to complete it on just two wheels […]

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    15th Apr 25

    New Project Director for PHA Ireland

    Prof. Sean Gaine has announced a new Project Director for PHA Ireland. In remarks about the appointment he said: “I am delighted to introduce Ciara McCormack as the Project Director for PHA Ireland. Ciara brings extensive expertise in clinical exercise physiology, patient-centered research, and the development of lifestyle and exercise interventions for those living with […]

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    15th Apr 25
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