Parenting a kid with birth defects is not only emotionally draining but also poses unique challenges that you probably didn’t prepare for when you were trying for pregnancy. Of course, you love your ...

More than 1,500 newborns in Manitoba have been screened for a congenital virus that can cause birth defects since last ...

Maternal thyroid function or the most prevalent subtypes of thyroid autoantibodies during early pregnancy are not associated with an increased risk for birth defects in children, a Danish study shows.

To enhance the chances of a healthy baby, expectant parents should take constructive steps right from the start. Dr. Prakash ...

Scientists are moving toward a genetic test that could help thousands of mothers with epilepsy safely take life-saving ...

Preventing birth defects begins even before conception and continues throughout pregnancy. In India, awareness about prenatal care, proper nutrition, timely vaccinations and regular medical check-ups ...

Three-year-old Monroe Reese survived four congenital heart defects and a 12-hour open-heart surgery as a newborn. Now he's a ...

Analysis of U.S. survey data showed that two-thirds of reproductive age women had one or more modifiable risk factors for birth defects. Common risk factors included obesity, folate concentrations ...

SCIENTISTS have detected dozens of hazardous chemicals in hair extensions, linked to cancer, birth defects and hormone ...

For the best experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings. The number of boys being born with defects of the reproductive organ is on a steep ...