Preeclampsia: The dangerous pregnancy condition is affecting more women

The increase is exacerbating an already existing maternal health crisis in the US

Pregnant woman with blood pressure monitor
Preeclampsia can be diagnosed through regularly monitored blood pressure
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Preeclampsia, a dangerous blood pressure condition, and other pregnancy-related complications have been on the rise, worsening the maternal health crisis in the U.S. The condition can be deadly. While there is no clear cause for preeclampsia, there are several potential risk factors.

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Devika Rao, The Week US

 Devika Rao has worked as a staff writer at The Week since 2022, covering science, the environment, climate and business. She previously worked as a policy associate for a nonprofit organization advocating for environmental action from a business perspective.