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Evaluating a Child for Birth Defects

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A national program exists to screen all newborns for certain disorders in the first few days of life.

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Birth Defects in Children

A birth defect is a health problem or abnormal physical change that is present when a baby is born. Birth defects can be very mild, where the baby looks and acts like any other baby. Or birth defects can be more severe. Read on to learn more.

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Identification, Treatment, and Prevention of Birth Defects

Detailed information on the identification, treatment, and prevention of birth defects

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Evaluating a Child for Birth Defects

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