Welcome to Australian Action on Preeclampsia (AAPEC)
AAPEC is an Australian volunteer-run support and advocacy organisation focused on preeclampsia and hypertensive disorders of pregnancy.
AAPEC is a not-for-profit association and operates with members and volunteers from across Australia. The charity supports women and families affected by preeclampsia, informs the public and health professionals about preeclampsia, raises awareness of preeclampsia in the community and supports researchers in their preeclampsia research projects.
What is preeclampsia?
Preeclampsia is a pregnancy complication, usually starting after 20 weeks, characterised by persistent new-onset high blood pressure and signs of damage to maternal organs, such as the kidneys, liver, brain and nervous system, and blood. It may also disrupt blood flow through the placenta which may affect the growth and health of the baby. Learn more about this disorder and how, for over 30 years, AAPEC has supported thousands of women and families affected by preeclampsia.
AAPEC is an organisation run by volunteers. Your support will help us in our work to promote understanding of preeclampsia and advance the health of mothers and babies.
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Latest News
28 July 2026 Webinar – Preeclampsia in Remote Community
Preeclampsia in remote community: a mother’s unanswered questions and story 27 years later Join our next webinar | 28 July
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SOMANZ & AAPEC Partnership
Announcement AAPEC is pleased to confirm our official partnership with SOMANZ. This collaboration unites clinical excellence with patient advocacy to
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Annual Walk – Sunday 24 May 2026 – World Preeclampsia Day
AAPEC walked around Australia in May 2026 In recognition of Preeclampsia Awareness Month in May and World Preeclampsia Day, walks
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