Marlena Fejzo, PhD, has been named one of TIME’s 100 most influential people in health related to her groundbreaking research on the cause of Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG).
Dr. Fejzo has been instrumental in identifying GDF15 as the cause of HG and morning sickness in pregnancy. This research offers hope to countless women around the world. Since 2000, the HER Foundation has supported and collaborated with her in advancing HG research. Fejzo’s leadership and service on the Foundation’s Board of Directors have been instrumental in advancing HG research. We are thrilled to see her honored for her tireless commitment.
About Fejzo’s HG research
HG is a severe form of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy that can lead to dehydration, weight loss, and other serious complications. It affects up to 2% of pregnant women and has long been misunderstood and under-researched. Dr. Fejzo’s discovery of GDF15 as a key factor in the cause of HG has revolutionized the understanding of this condition. This research sheds light on the underlying causes of HG, opening up new avenues for treatment and management.
The rest of the HER Foundation team thanks Dr. Fejzo for her dedication HG research and our Foundation’s mission.
Call to action for HG
HG research remains severely underfunded despite its significant adverse impacts on maternal and child health. More funding is greatly needed to continue supporting our research efforts aimed at finding a cure for HG and improving treatments for those affected by this debilitating condition. We ask for support so that we can continue to help improve the lives of millions of mothers and babies affected by HG each year across the globe.
LEARN MORE
- Read about Dr. Fejzo’s journey: “From HG Loss to HG Discovery”.
- The cause of HG has been found…
- Dr. Fejzo named one of TIME Women of the Year.
- Hyperemesis Gravidarum Research
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