The resolution recognizes May 15, 2025, as Hyperemesis Gravidarum Awareness Day, a day established in 2012 to promote understanding of hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), a severe form of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. This condition can lead to significant health issues for both the mother and the baby, including weight loss, dehydration, and increased risks of preterm labor and low birth weight in newborns. It is noted that HG is often underdiagnosed, affecting nearly 6 million women globally, with approximately 900 patients in Texas receiving treatment in 2023. The condition is a leading cause of hospitalization in early pregnancy, contributing to substantial healthcare costs.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of timely and tailored care for patients experiencing symptoms of HG, which can begin as early as the fourth week of pregnancy. It calls for increased public awareness, research, and a collective effort among Texans to improve outcomes for those affected by this serious condition. The Senate urges all Texans to educate themselves about hyperemesis gravidarum in recognition of this awareness day.