​World Preeclampsia Day - May 22 2021

This May is National Preeclampsia Awareness Month, with World Preeclampsia Day falling on May 22nd. The overall theme "Beyond Pregnancy" aims to educate women on the risks of preeclampsia and empower them to make lifestyle changes that benefit their long-term health.

The full month will feature 6 main messages to help women take the next step toward modifiable heart health and overall well-being.

Help us spread the word!

"Postcards for Preeclampsia" is now live on the PRE-EMPT website! Sign up here to send a hand-written postcard to anyone of your choice in honor of World Preeclampsia Day. The postcards feature preeclampsia facts that focus on long-term health following this year's theme of #BeyondPregnancy. 

Raise awareness for preeclampsia by sharing this campaign within your network of family, friends, and colleagues. Tag @ubcpreempt and @preeclampsia on twitter and use the hashtag #postcardsforpreeclampsia to spread the word!

For more information about pre-eclampsia, check out https://www.preeclampsia.org/what-is-preeclampsia