Birth defects — also known as congenital anomalies — are structural or functional conditions present at birth that can affect ...
Taking an antibiotic for a common health problem during pregnancy could increase the risk of a baby having devastating birth defects, a study suggests. American scientists found that taking a specific ...
Getting an mRNA COVID-19 shot during the first trimester of pregnancy didn't lead to an increased risk of major structural birth defects, a multisite retrospective cohort study found. Major structural ...
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 ...
Gestational diabetes is a form of diabetes that develops during pregnancy. It is not usually associated with birth defects. However, some research indicates it may increase the risk of certain ...
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A woman's use of decongestant medications in the first trimester of pregnancy may raise her child's risk of certain rare birth defects, according to a small study. Some ...