Learn why there is no safe amount or timing of alcohol during pregnancy.
Learn about cerebral palsy: symptoms, causes, screening, treatment, and CDC's work.
Birth defects are structural changes that are present at birth.
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NCBDDD strives to advance the health and well-being of the populations we serve.
Saving babies by studying and addressing the causes of birth defects
NCBDDD works to provide a better understanding of conditions so children get the support they need.
NCBDDD works to increase our understanding of blood disorders and advance care and treatments.
NCBDDD works to ensure that people of all abilities are able to live their lives to the fullest.
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