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Preeclampsia Foundation
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US non-profit to reduce illness and death due to #preeclampsia, #eclampsia, #HELLPsyndrome & #hypertension in pregnancy. *Does not provide medical advice* #obstetrics #HDP #research
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We urge healthcare providers to educate their patients about #postpartumpreeclampsia. Any woman can develop #preeclampsia after her baby is born

Order patient education materials here: www.preeclampsia.org/store
November 13, 2025 at 8:34 PM
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Despite difficulties with the concept of ethnicity, worldwide, Black women suffer #HDP more often and have worse outcomes than White women. South Asian, Pacific Islander, and American Indian women also have a higher risk of preeclampsia than White women.

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November 12, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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It is often talked about how important bonding is after birth, but in a situation like #preeclampsia and #prematurity, that bonding may be delayed for weeks to months due to the health of the mother and/or baby.

#PrematurityAwarenessMonth
November 11, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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To prevent all variations of #preeclampsia, including #HELLPsyndrome, according to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) guidelines, women with one or more high-risk factors should take low-dose #aspirin.

www.preeclampsia.org/aspirin
November 10, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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PlGF testing presents a major opportunity to improve #maternal & newborn outcomes, aid in faster and more accurate diagnoses, and offer increasingly equitable #obstetric care in Canada and beyond.

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November 7, 2025 at 5:27 PM
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Two of our #Take10 Ambassadors and @mommasvoices.bsky.social Patient Family Partners will be participating in this Maternal Health Panel hosted by one of our partners, First Ladies Health Initiative on Nov 19.

Learn more: www.firstladieshealth.com/event-detail...
Morehouse School of Medicine - Maternal Health Panel | First Ladies Health
Join us for an inspiring event focused on maternal health. Hear from medical experts and community leaders as they share lived experiences, clinical insights, and bold solutions to improve outcomes fo...
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November 7, 2025 at 5:25 PM
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Progress has been made in understanding #preeclampsia, but we need your help to transform tomorrow!

Please consider making a generous end-of-year gift to the Preeclampsia Foundation. Together, we can transform tomorrows for families! 🌟❤️

www.preeclampsia.org/givetoday
November 6, 2025 at 4:17 PM
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#HELLPsyndrome is classified according to specific blood test values. The lower the class, the more dangerous the situation.

Learn more: www.preeclampsia.org/hellp-syndrome

#preeclampsia #preeclampsiafoundation
November 6, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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Research suggests the risk of recurrence* of preeclampsia is 20%.

*this can range from 5-80% depending on the severity and gestational age of occurrence

Learn more: www.preeclampsia.org/faqs
Preeclampsia - FAQs
Preeclampsia Treatment, Eclampsia, Eclampsia Treatment, Toxemia, PET and PIH, HELLP Syndrome, Causes Preeclampsia, Preeclampsia Affect Pregnancy, Preeclampsia Affect the Baby
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November 5, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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Worldwide, #preeclampsia is responsible for up to 20% of the 13 million #preterm births each year. #PrematurityAwarenessMonth
November 5, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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Weight gain of more than 3-5 pounds in a week may be an indicator of preeclampsia. Damaged blood vessels allow more water to leak into and stay in your body's tissue and not to pass through the kidneys to be excreted

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Preeclampsia - Signs And Symptoms Of Preeclampsia
Learning more about the signs and symptoms of preeclampsia, HELLP syndrome and other hypertensive disorders of pregnancy can help you identify a problem early and ensure the best possible outcome
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November 4, 2025 at 5:52 PM
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#Preeclampsia is a leading known cause of #premature birth, contributing to 20% of all premature deliveries.

Learn more about preeclampsia's impact on babies here: www.preeclampsia.org/faqs

#PrematurityAwarenessMonth
November 4, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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Our vision is of a world where hypertensive disorders of pregnancy no longer threaten the lives of moms and their babies. Progress has been made, but by giving a generous end of year gift to the Preeclampsia Foundation today, YOU transform tomorrow for families.
November 3, 2025 at 5:58 PM
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We honor. We remember. #PrematurityAwarenessMonth
November 1, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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What is your story? 💙💜💛💚❤️💗
October 31, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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Choosing to have or not to have another #pregnancy after #preeclampsia can be a very difficult and highly individualized decision for survivors and their partners: www.preeclampsia.org/the-news/com...
October 30, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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#Preeclampsia & other hypertensive disorders of pregnancy can be devastating diseases, made worse by delays in diagnosis or management, seriously impacting or even killing both women and their babies before, during or after birth.
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Preeclampsia - FAQs
Preeclampsia Treatment, Eclampsia, Eclampsia Treatment, Toxemia, PET and PIH, HELLP Syndrome, Causes Preeclampsia, Preeclampsia Affect Pregnancy, Preeclampsia Affect the Baby
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October 29, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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#Magnesiumsulfate (given intravenously) is the treatment of choice for severe #preeclampsia to prevent #eclampsia, or after eclampsia develops to prevent more #seizures.

Learn more: www.preeclampsia.org/faqs
October 28, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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Each year worldwide, 76,000 moms and 500,000 babies tragically lose their lives due to #preeclampsia. 💔

Use your story, talents or resources to help us create change by visiting: www.preeclampsia.org/get-invovled

#PregnancyandInfantLossAwarenessMonth
October 27, 2025 at 4:22 PM
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For today's #StorySaturday we are sharing Maribeth's story with #preeclampsia #HELLPsyndrome #preemie

"At the hospital, my blood pressure was still elevated but less so than it was at work. They sent me home."

Read more: www.preeclampsia.org/our-stories/...
October 25, 2025 at 8:42 PM
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Take 10 minutes to complete the intake survey of the #Preeclampsia Registry and add your pregnancy experience to #preeclampsiaresearch efforts. Preeclampsia can happen in any pregnancy. Everyone has a role they can play to improve research: www.preeclampsia.org/take10

#Take10
October 24, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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Use your "BRAIN" to make informed healthcare choices

Adapted from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality TeamSTEPPS® Approach: www.ahrq.gov/teamstepps/i...

#preeclampsia #eclampsia #HELLPsyndrome
October 23, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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Can preeclampsia affect my baby? YES

Learn more: www.preeclampsia.org/faqs

#preeclampsia #hellpsyndrome #eclampsia
October 22, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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View our free webinar for #doulas

Educating Your Clients About Preeclampsia: A Doula Approach To Care Equity
featuring doula Shaconna Haley and CEO Eleni Tsigas

#doula #preeclampsia
October 21, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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What is the difference between #preeclampsia #toxemia, #PET and #PIH?

These designations are all outdated terms and no longer used by medical experts.

Learn more: www.preeclampsia.org/faq
October 20, 2025 at 3:44 PM