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  • Immune System Attack Tied to Birth Defects
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    FAQ - Why Folic Acid Is So Important
    The National Center for Environmental Health (NCEH) answers questions on the causes and prevention of the birth defects spina bifida and anencephaly. Discusses the dietary supplement foloic acid.... Details >
    National Center for Environmental Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
    Spina Bifida
    Also available in: Spanish
    This fact sheet defines spina bifida, an incomplete closure of the spinal column. Its incidence, symptoms, characteristics, diagnosis, and treatment options are discussed. Educational implications a... Details >
    National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities, U.S. Department of Education
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