Podcast: Addressing hypertensive disorders of pregnancy

Oct 21, 2022 - 03:00 PM
A diverse group of pregnant women in a maternity group information class speaking with a clinician.

In recognition of National Women’s Blood Pressure Awareness Week, Oct. 17-23, Shanna Cox, associate director for science at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, discusses the increase in hypertensive disorders of pregnancy and how the CDC’s Hear Her campaign resources can help hospitals identify and prevent associated complications. LISTEN NOW

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