Overview
May 22nd is World Preeclampsia Day, which is a high blood pressure disorder that occurs during pregnancy and the postpartum period, and is one of the global causes of maternal and newborn death.
Objectives
- Raising women's awareness of the symptoms associated with preeclampsia.
- Increasing awareness of the risks of preeclampsia during pregnancy and the postpartum period.
- Improving the outcomes of high blood pressure disorders in pregnancy through community education and support and developing healthcare.
Facts:
- Nearly 76,000 mothers and 500,000 babies lose their lives worldwide every year due to preeclampsia.
- 60% of maternal deaths resulting from preeclampsia can be prevented through early diagnosis.
- preeclampsia can lead to various complications related to the placenta, causing significant blood loss, and threatening the lives of the mother and baby.
- Mothers diagnosed with preeclampsia may need emergency blood transfusions.
Official Date:
Globally: 5/22/2024
Locally: 11/24/1445H
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