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Feb 6, 2025

How a Digital Solution Detected Preeclampsia and Protected a Pregnancy

Discover how Ochsner’s Connected MOM program helped Quanee detect preeclampsia and ensure a safe pregnancy through expert, digital monitoring tools.

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Conditions & Treatment

Aug 23, 2024

Why is High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy More Common for Black Women?

High blood pressure during pregnancy can lead to various health problems. While it can affect anyone, statistics show it is more common for Black pregnant people.

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Conditions & Treatment

Nov 2, 2020

Heart Disease in Pregnancy

Some pregnant women with heart disease can face serious complications while they are expecting, and it can cause lifelong, adverse health effects in both the mother and child.

By Ivana Okor, MD and Salima Qamruddin, MD, MPH and Elizabeth R. Lapeyre, MD