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Folic Acid and Birth Defects: What’s the Connection?

Folic Acid and Birth Defects: What’s the Connection?

Why all women of reproductive age should make sure they’re getting enough folic acid

Jan 11, 2022

Pregnancy & Postpartum

Medically Reviewed

Medically reviewed by: Patricia Geraghty

Designed by Megan Schofield

January is National Birth Defects Awareness Month.

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