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Health > Children > Conditions and Diseases > Genetics and Birth Defects

Offers health resources on genetics, genetic disorders and birth defects, including differences and disorders caused by genetics or due to environmental factors such as the mother's health and exposure to chemicals or diseases. Provides information on the risks and possible causes, prevention, symptoms and treatment.


+Autism
+Cleft Lip and Palate
+Cystic Fibrosis
+DES Syndrome
+Down Syndrome
+Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
+Klinefelter Syndrome
+Marfan Syndrome
+Muscular Dystrophy
+Prader-Willi Syndrome
+Spina Bifida
+Tay-Sachs Disease

It's Your Health - Folic Acid and Birth Defects

If you are a woman who may become pregnant, taking folic acid on a daily basis before pregnancy can help prevent serious birth defects in your unborn baby.
Source:     Health Canada

Thinking about getting pregnant? Take folic acid

Women who take folic acid supplements may reduce the risk of certain birth defects in their babies.
Source:     Canadian Paediatric Society

Why all women who could become pregnant should be taking Folic Acid

Folic Acid, or folate, is one of the B vitamins that are important for healthy growth of your unborn baby.
Source:     Public Health Agency of Canada