Help us improve the care provided to women
One of AAPEC’s objectives is to improve clinical practice for women who are at risk of, who have or who had preeclampsia. To enhance clinical practice though we need evidence. So we would like to
Preeclampsia Podcast with Emma Wells
AAPEC’s very own Vice President, mother Emma Wells, who experienced HELLP Syndrome that led to the loss of her baby Max has bravely shared her experiences with her first pregnancy in hope it raises awareness
AAPEC supports new tests for the prediction of Preeclampsia
Introduction Preeclampsia is the most common serious medical disorder of human pregnancy. The definition of preeclampsia involves a collection of clinical features usually appearing at or after 20 weeks of pregnancy. These are the development
2021 World Preeclampsia Day Webinar
To watch the video, click here or click on the image above. The Use of Biomarkers in the Prediction, Prevention and Diagnosis of Preeclampsia In this webinar, Prof Jon Hyett outlines the current challenges in
Annual General Meeting – 15 September 2021
The AAPEC Annual General Meeting will be held at 8 PM ( AEST) on Wednesday 15 September 2021 via ZOOM. We are really keen to broaden our membership and to ensure we have members from
Our local hero – Kristy Watson
Every year since 27 July 2019, Kristy Watson has contributed to the Australian and international efforts to raise awareness on preeclampsia. She has done so from her home town in South Eastern Victoria. Friends and
Little knits, booties and jackets
Sharon, one of AAPEC’s members, worked tirelessly during the pandemic with residents from Blue Hills Residences in Cranbourne and managed to knit and sew over 800 hats, booties, jackets, quilts and scent hearts 💕. Also notable
World Preeclampsia Day 2020 Webinar
To raise awareness of Preeclampsia AAPEC is supporting a Public Webinar held on Friday 22nd May. Speakers include Prof Laura McGee, Dr Amanda Henry, Dr Clare Whitehead and Prof Jon Hyett. See the attached flyer
Health Risks after Blood Pressure Problems during Pregnancy
The University of Technology in Sydney is studying the Long Term Health risks of Women who have had high blood pressure during their pregnancy. If you would like to participate in the survey please follow
Be Healthy for your Heart
Did you know women who had pre-eclampsia are more likely to get heart disease later in life? Be Healthe for your Heart provides women who had pre-eclampsia with advice and support to build healthy lifestyle