Hyperemesis Gravidarum researcher Dr. Marlena Fejzo is on a mission to understand women's health
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Hyperemesis Gravidarum researcher Dr. Marlena Fejzo is on a mission to understand women’s health

Liz speaks with geneticist and hyperemesis gravidarum researcher Dr. Marlena Fejzo about her groundbreaking work on the condition that impacts six million women globally during pregnancy and is characterized by severe nausea, vomiting, weight loss, dehydration, and in severe cases, death. Dr. Fejzo also talks about her own tragic experience with HG and shares her thoughts on why she believes there is still so little research on women's health concerns.

By Motherly Updated Jun. 29, 2023

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