January is Birth Defects Prevention Month Birth defects are common, costly and critical. Every 4 ½ minutes a baby is born with a major birth defect. Become an active participant in Birth Defects Prevention Month and join a nationwide effort to raise awareness of birth defects, their causes and their impact. Not all birth defects can be prevented; however, all women, including teens, can lower their risk of having a baby born with a birth defect by following some basic health guidelines throughout their reproductive years. This year we are encouraging all women to make a PACT for prevention. Plan ahead Avoid harmful substances Choose a healthy lifestyle Talk to your doctor Women and their loved ones can participate in their PACT and take these important preventive steps that can lead to a reduction in the number of birth defects. Learn more about the effect you can have on birth defects at nbdpn.org/bdpm2015.php.
Posted on: Thu, 08 Jan 2015 20:47:07 +0000
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