FAQ - About Turner Syndrome
Answers to consumers' most commonly asked questions about Turner Syndrome -- a chromosomal condition that causes short stature and infertility in women and girls.... Details >
Turner Syndrome Society of the United States |
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 |
Health Topic: Infants and Children Page - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
An index of health and safety topics that are specific to infants and children including childhood diseases, immunization, injuries, developmental disabilities, child abuse, birth defects and more.... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |
Achondroplasia
Also available in: Spanish
Basic consumer health information about this, the most common of all growth defects. Discusses causes, diagnosis, prevention and treatment.... Details >
March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation |
Angelman Syndrome
This consumer information fact sheet presents a general overview of Angelman syndrome including symptoms and prevalence rate.... Details >
Center for the Study of Autism |
Cerebral Palsy Among Children
This online brochure presents a synopsis of CP-related surveillance and research activities. The brochure provides statistics on incidence and prevalence and discusses secondary conditions and resour... Details >
National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities |
Cerebral Palsy Information
A general overview of cerebral palsy that includes a description and information about treatment, prognosis and research. A list of organizations where users may obtain additional information and link... Details >
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, National Institutes of Health |
Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate
Also available in: Spanish
This consumer information fact sheet discusses the birth defect oral-facial clefts and includes information about both forms of the disorder -- cleft lip/palate and isolated cleft palate.... Details >
March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation |
Common Problems of Babies with Trisomy 18 or 13
Babies with trisomy 18 or 13 generally have some feeding problems related to difficulty in coordination of breathing, sucking and swallowing. ... Details >
Support Organization for Trisomy 18, 13 and Related Disorders |
Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Questions and Answers
Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) is a birth defect that occurs when the diaphragm does not fully form, allowing organs to enter the chest cavity preventing lung growth. CDH strikes 1 in every 250... Details >
CHERUBS - The Association of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Research, Advocacy, and Support |
