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January 2012 Archive

Birth Defects Prevention Month: A Healthy Pregnancy

Not all birth defects can be prevented, but expectant mothers can take several precautions.

Birth Defects Prevention Month: Medications

Over the years, many medications that cause birth defects have been identified and should be avoided during pregnancy.

Birth Defects Prevention Month: Cleft Lip and Palate

The most common birth defect, cleft lip and cleft palate affect 1 or 2 of every 1,000 American babies born each year.

Birth Defects Prevention Month: Autism

An estimated 1 out of 150 children in America will be diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder.

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