U.S. Maternal Death Rates Increased Significantly in 2021, CDC Reports
The CDC reports there was a significant increase in maternal death rates in the U.S. in 2021, with rates particularly high among expecting Black mothers.
Tag Archives: Preeclampsia
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Pregnancy Hypertension Linked to Heart Disease Later in Life: Study
British researchers warn that hypertensive disorders during pregnancy may increase the risk of coronary artery disease and stroke for the mother later in life.
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U.S. Preventative Task Force Calls for Regular Blood Pressure Monitoring for Pregnant Women
A government task force is calling for regular blood pressure monitoring for pregnant women in order to combat maternal deaths from hypertension and preeclampsia.
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Preeclampsia Linked to Increased Heart Disease and Stroke Risk in Offspring
The findings of a new study link preeclampsia in pregnant women to an increased risk of ischemic heart disease and stroke in their offspring.
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Hypertensive Disorders During Pregnancy Increase Offspring’s Risk of Death Even into Adulthood: Study
A new study's findings reveal the offspring of mothers who suffered hypertensive disorders during pregnancy face an increased risk of death all t he way into young adulthood.
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Pregnancy Complication Rates Doubled in U.S. In Recent Years: Study
Heart disease and hypertension may be contributing to rising rates of pregnancy complications in the U.S., according to the findings of a new report.
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Third of U.S. Pregnancy Deaths Linked To Hypertensive Disorders: CDC
Hypertensive disorders among pregnant women in the U.S. is increasing, with hypertension-related complications linked to a third of all U.S. pregnancy deaths, according to the CDC.
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Study Finds Hypertension Treatment During Pregnancy Does Not Put Unborn At Risk
Treating high blood pressure in pregnant women before it developed into severe hypertension resulted in better maternal outcomes, according to the findings of a new study.
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Study’s Findings Support Low-Dose Aspirin As Best Way to Prevent Preeclampsia
A new study finds many women at risk of preeclampsia should be receiving recommendations to take low-dose aspirin to prevent potentially catastrophic adverse health problems during pregnancy.
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Preeclampsia May Increase Risk for Kidney Cancer, But Decrease Risk of Other Malignancies: Study
Preeclampsia could increase the risk of kidney cancer, but could also decrease the risk of breast cancer and other malignancies, according to the findings of a new study.
