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Birth defects are the leading cause of infant mortality in the United States, accounting for more than 20% of all infant deaths. Of about 120,000 U.S. babies born each year with a birth defect, 8,000 die during their first year of life. In addition, birth defects are the fifth-leading cause of years of potential life lost and contribute substantially to childhood morbidity and long-term disability.
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Folic Acid National Education Campaign
U.S. Public Health Service recommends that all women who could become pregnant get 400 micrograms (0.4 mg) of folic acid daily.
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Science Ambassador Program
An opportunity for science teachers to learn about a variety of different topics, including folic acid, birth defects, genetics, fetal alcohol syndome ...
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