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Majority of U.S. Women Face Birth Defect Risks

8/27/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Two-thirds of U.S. women of childbearing age are at higher risk for birth defects due to modifiable factors.
72% of women have low folic acid intake, and nearly 5% have unmanaged diabetes.
Birth defects, impacting 1 in 33 babies, are a significant cause of infant mortality.

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Story summary

Two-thirds of U.S. women of childbearing age are at higher risk for birth defects due to modifiable factors.
72% of women have low folic acid intake, and nearly 5% have unmanaged diabetes.
Birth defects, impacting 1 in 33 babies, are a significant cause of infant mortality.