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There are 4,000 known birth defects . Some are caused by genetic factors, others by environmental factors, and some by a combination of both. Unfortunately, the causes of as many as 70 percent of birth defects remain unknown. The inability to determine the precise causes of birth defects makes preventing them especially difficult. Nevertheless, there are certain preventative measures a pregnant woman can take to reduce her risk of having a baby with a birth defect.
Women who are planning to become pregnant should consider these birth defect prevention tips:
There are also a number of measures a woman can take to prevent birth defects during pregnancy, including:
While not all birth defects can be prevented, these birth defect prevention tips can go a long way toward helping pregnant women ensure the health of their baby.
Women who are pregnant or considering becoming pregnant may wish to consult with their physician about birth defect prevention. It is also important to remember that good prenatal care is crucial to ensuring the health of your baby.
Birth defect prevention is, in many ways, out of parent's hands. Employers, doctors, and others have a duty to take certain measures to prevent birth defects. For example, employers are required to provide adequate personal protection to protect workers from toxic substances that cause birth defects. Doctors have a duty to conduct prenatal testing, identify possible risk factors and do what is possible to prevent birth defects. Pharmaceutical companies have a duty to ensure their product is safe for patients and to disclose all risks to consumers about the possibility of side effects, including birth defects. Others also have a duty to prevent birth defects.
If your child has been born with a preventable birth defect, you may be entitled to seek compensation for your losses. Preventable birth defects include those caused by various environmental factors such as prescription drugs or other medications, toxic chemicals, and more. Please contact us for a FREE consultation with an experienced birth defects attorney who can evaluate your case and help you determine a possible course of action.
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