Birth Defects

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America’s Children and the Environment: Measures of Contaminants, Body Burdens, and Illnesses.
We all care about our children's health. The latest report on children's health and the environment has both... »
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Body Burden
The Body Burden study reminds me of a smoke detector or a carbon monoxide alarm – alerting us to a silent but serious... »

A-Z Guide

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Anorectal Malformations
Anal stenosis refers to a narrowing of the anal opening, which makes it difficult for stool contents to pass through... »
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Cataracts
The lens of the eye is our window to the world. Normally, this lens is crystal clear, transmitting and focusing light.... »
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Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy, or static encephalopathy, is a condition where non-progressive damage to the brain results in a... »
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Cleft Lip and Palate
Clefts are gaps in the developing lip and/or palate. They may be small notches or large open spaces. They occur because... »
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Clubfoot
Clubfoot is a deformity of the foot and lower calf. The bones, joints, muscles, and blood vessels of the limb are... »
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Congenital Heart Disease
There are many types of congenital heart disease. They can be very mild, or they can be quite serious. Some require... »
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Congenital Hip Dislocation
Anyone can be born with DDH, but it tends to run in families. It is especially common in firstborn children. Hip... »
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Congenital Hypothyroidism
Congenital hypothyroidism occurs around the world, but is fairly uncommon. It is twice as common in girls as in boys.... »