According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, preeclampsia is a disorder of pregnancy associated with new-onset hypertension, which occurs most often after 20 weeks of gestation and frequently near term. It affects about 4% of pregnancies in the United States and accounts for 6% of preterm births. Black women and birthing individuals are at greater risk for developing preeclampsia, due to heightened experiences of racism, further exacerbating dispariti

ABC 30 Action News | April 15, 2026 | Ana Torrea FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- This week, Black Maternal Health Week is celebrating 10 years since the movement first started. The goal is to amplify the voices of African American mothers and address longstanding disparities in maternal health outcomes. Becoming a new mother can be an exciting milestone, but it can also bring uncertainty and unanswered questions. Learn more about Black Maternal Health Week here Learn more about Bir