Preeclampsia is a disorder of pregnancy characterised by high maternal blood pressure.
Preeclampsia is a common serious medical complication of pregnancy. Learn more about this disease and how, for over 30 years, we have supported thousands of women and families affected by preeclampsia.
Welcome to Australian Action on Preeclampsia
We endeavour to educate, raise awareness and support people that have been affected by preeclampsia.
Australian Action on Preeclampsia Inc. (AAPEC) is an Australian association incorporated in Victoria. It is a voluntary organisation set up to provide support and information to families who have suffered from preeclampsia.
In Australia, 1 in 20 women are diagnosed with preeclampsia and 1 in 100 women will experience severe complications such as Hemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes and Low Platelets (HELLP) Syndrome or eclampsia.
Indeed, it is the most common serious medical disorder of human pregnancy. Preeclampsia can affect both the mother and her unborn baby. It usually arises during the second half of pregnancy, and can even occur some days after delivery. When a pregnancy is complicated by preeclampsia, the baby may grow more slowly than normal in the womb or have complications as a result of oxygen deficiency.
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
March 2025 Podcast – Siphiwe – Journey through two pregnancies
Siphiwe Mkandawire, AAPEC member and mother of two active boys, both born prematurely due to preeclampsia. Siphiwe tells her and her
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Webinar Recording – Life After Preeclampsia – Practical Tips for New Mothers – March 2025
Welcome to our latest Webinar recording. Listen to our guest speakers who featured on Tuesday 25 March 2025 – 8pm
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World Preeclampsia Day – Walk – Sunday 25 May 2025 – SAVE THE DATE
SAVE THE DATE! Sunday the 25th of May 2025 In celebration of World Precclampsia Day, we ask women and their
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