Severe birth defects have become increasingly common as new research points to fentanyl misuse as a new possible cause. Recently, at least 30 infants across the US have been born with “fetal fentanyl ...
Researchers are using advanced technology and artificial intelligence (AI) to diagnose rare diseases and prenatal exposure-related birth abnormalities in two new studies. Researchers at London Health ...
Each year, 41,000 babies in Vietnam are born with defects. IVF and gene screening are offering families hope for healthy ...
A new study led by the University of California, Irvine has revealed a potential shift in our basic knowledge of the origins of birth defects, which affect about 3 percent of babies born in the United ...
Practitioners who treat mothers and babies before and after birth are uniting to spread the word about birth defects. The Mothers and Babies Perinatal Network held a news conference with ...
A distinct pattern of birth defects has been identified in children of mothers who used fentanyl illicitly during pregnancy. This pattern, so far reported in 10 children, appears to be a new syndrome ...
TULSA, Okla. — A local mom spreads awareness on her son's birth defect that is not well known, but the CDC says is more common than Down syndrome. The CDC says hypospadias is a birth defect in boys ...
Every January, National Birth Defects Awareness Month serves as a reminder of the significance of early detection and ...
Birth defects affect 3% of pregnancies in the United States. Screening and diagnostic tests during pregnancy can identify many birth defects. Parents can take critical steps to help prevent certain ...
Gov. Henry McMaster is rolling out his recommended state budget for fiscal year 2026–2027, putting a heavy focus on education across South Carolina. Charleston to host community banking event ...
Gestational diabetes is a form of diabetes that develops during pregnancy. It is not usually associated with birth defects. However, some research indicates it may increase the risk of certain ...