Pregnancy Testing
Raising Awareness: The Importance of Pregnancy Testing in Healthcare
Why This Campaign Matters
Yasmine's story is a heartbreaking reminder of how critical it is to consider pregnancy as a potential cause of illness. Yasmine tragically lost her life due to complications from an undiagnosed pregnancy. Despite presenting multiple times with relevant symptoms, a pregnancy test was never performed.
Had a pregnancy test been conducted, a positive result would have alerted healthcare professionals to the increased risk of blood clots. This vital information could have led to timely intervention, potentially saving her life.
Our campaign aims to prevent such tragedies by ensuring that both patients and General Practitioners (GPs) are aware of pregnancy as a possible underlying cause of illness and take prompt action when symptoms arise.
How We're Making a Difference
We’ve developed a clear and informative poster designed to be displayed in GP surgeries. This poster highlights symptoms that may indicate pregnancy and encourages both patients and GPs to consider pregnancy testing when these symptoms are present.
The poster was created in collaboration with Dr. Katie Moloney and is a practical tool to foster awareness and improve patient outcomes.
Join Us in Spreading the Word
By increasing awareness of pregnancy as a potential cause of illness, we can help ensure that no life is lost due to a missed diagnosis. Together, we can create a healthcare system where every patient receives the care and consideration they deserve. Share our posts on social media or ask your local practice to display our poster!
Would you be willing to display our poster?
Simply let us know your address and we'll send some over!