Pericarditis Alliance

The Platypus Run is almost here! If you’re joining us in Albuquerque, we’ll see you Saturday, May 16 at 8:30am MDT. Participating virtually? You can complete your run or walk anytime during the week of May 16–23, wherever it works best for you! pericarditisalliance.org/events/

NEXT WEEKEND 📢 We’re less than a week away from the first annual Platypus Run! Whether you’re planning to join us virtually or participate in-person in Albuquerque, this is your moment to be part of something meaningful! 🔗 pericarditisalliance.org/events/

Join us this Sunday, May 10 @ 4:30pm GMT for Pericarditis International pericarditisalliance.org/events/event/p… Hosted by Andy from England, Pericarditis International will help expand support to patients across Europe and nearby time zones.

The Platypus Run is for everyone—not just runners. However you choose to participate, you’ll be making an impact and supporting the Pericarditis Alliance. • Walkers • Friends & Families • Dog lovers • Supporters 🔗 Be part of the movement: pericarditisalliance.org/events/

Registration is now open for our new virtual support groups 💙🫀 pericarditisalliance.org/support-groups/

Coming Soon: Pericarditis International hosted by Andy | May 10 @ 4:30pm GMT Hosted by Andy from England, Pericarditis International will help expand support to patients across Europe and nearby time zones.

Coming Soon: Pericarditis Under 30 hosted by Alexa | May 3 @ 12pm ET This new virtual support group is designed to bring much-needed connection to younger patients navigating pericarditis during a time when many are still shaping careers, relationships, & life goals — & more.

Coming Soon: Shares From the Collective hosted by Lisa | May 2 @ 1pm ET This virtual support group will explore rotating themes and topics while encouraging participants to bring their own lived experiences to the discussion.

We’re expanding our support offerings — and we’re excited to introduce three new virtual support groups coming soon. 💙 Each group is designed to provide more targeted connection, meaningful conversation, and space to share experiences. Stay tuned!

The Pericarditis Alliance invites you to join us this Sat, April 4, at 1pm EST/10am PST for our April virtual support group! Check in, connect & learn from other patients & their families. Visit the events page on our website to register & learn more pericarditisalliance.org/support-groups/

Walk, Run, Anywhere! Join us for the first annual Platypus Run from anywhere virtually or in-person in Albuquerque, NM. Whether you’re walking or hitting the 5K, you’re helping raise awareness & supporting the Pericarditis Alliance. Learn more & register: pericarditisalliance.org/events/

Calling all clinicians interested in cardio-inflammation! Join this 1-day NYC + live-stream CME on managing cardiovascular & cardiometabolic risk driven by systemic inflammation. nyulmc.org/cvinflammation… @nyulangone

Research is evolving, guidelines are developing, & conversations are happening at the highest levels of cardiology. Subscribe to our newsletter today to receive the latest updates in pericarditis care. Subscribe today: pericarditisalliance.org/sign-up-for-ou…

The Pericarditis Alliance invites you to join us this Sat, March 7, at 1pm EST/10am PST for our virtual support group! Check in, connect and learn from other patients and their families. Visit the events page on our website to register and learn more. pericarditisalliance.org/events/

Happy Rare Disease Day! 📷 We stand with individuals and families living with rare conditions, including pericardial diseases, and work to ensure they are seen, heard, and supported. Don't forget to show your support today! #ShowYourStripes #RareDiseaseDay @pacificheart

Rare Disease Day is this weekend! Want to raise awareness? Wear stripes, snap a selfie, and share it to help amplify rare disease visibility! Tag us and use #ShowYourStripes and #RareDiseaseDay to be part of the global conversation. @pacificheart

This weekend, we're attending the 28th Annual Valve Imaging Summit—bringing together cardiologists, imagers, surgeons, & care teams from around the world! We're proud to be part of conversations that push cardiac imaging forward. Joining? Let's Connect: pericarditisalliance.org

Did you know imaging helps detect and track heart inflammation? Echocardiograms, MRIs, and CTs give doctors the insight to choose the right treatment. Learn more: jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.…

The Pericarditis Alliance is inviting patients, caregivers, and loved ones to share their input on future support groups. Take a few moments to share your voice and help us build support that truly reflects the needs of the pericarditis community. forms.gle/Wc9QGatfRTTwAK…

Accurate and timely diagnosis of pericarditis is essential. The JACC Concise Clinical Guidance introduces a clearer, more structured definition to help clinicians identify pericarditis earlier and more consistently. jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.…