The number of babies born with severe birth defects affecting their growth and development is rising, as researchers now have strong evidence that illicit fentanyl is causing the problems. Hospitals ...

The number of babies born with congenital syphilis in the United States has soared over the last decade, leading to an increase in stillbirths, infant deaths, and life-altering birth defects, the ...

(Family Features) An estimated 1 in 33 babies is born with a birth defect, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While some require minimal intervention after birth, many ...

Up to 53 million American women of childbearing age have at least one risk factor that increases the odds of severe birth defects. A CDC study including survey responses from more than 5,300 women as ...

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by bacteria. There are four stages of syphilis. The infection is curable, especially with early diagnosis and treatment. Untreated syphilis ...