Nearly 100 people from five states spread the word about PH on Capitol Hill during PHA’s 5th Annual Congressional Luncheon. “We have certainly had a productive afternoon. Just one contact is sometimes all it takes. It’s just been a wonderful experience. I have thoroughly enjoyed it,” said Meg Horne on meeting and speaking with South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham at the event. Read more!
My best estimate, combining what I put out and what friends and family chose to forward on, is that over 200 people now know more about PH! In addition, I have had offers for both a fundraiser done by a friend, and a newspaper article written by another friend. -- Colleen D
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This update is from one of more than 50 people who participated in the first PH Awareness Blogging Day on Tuesday, Nov. 18, an event that allowed thousands of people to learn more about PH. Check out their blogs and stories and add yours to the list. Contact blogging@PHAssociation.org.
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