Congenital heart disease is usually detected by Electrocardiogram (ECG), chest X-ray, and 2D echocardiography. Know the ...

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Congenital heart disease or defect is a common type of birth defect that needs medical attention. The exact cause is unclear, ...

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for adults in the U.S., but it’s also common in children. About one in every 100 ...

February is known as American Heart Month and OU Children’s Hospital kicked it off by spreading awareness about the number one birth defect in children, which is congenital heart defects.

A pivotal moment in the parenting journey is the arrival of your child. However, the challenges posed by birth defects and complications can significantly impact many families.

Pioneering research published today suggests that a vitamin supplement taken during pregnancy could prevent hydrocephalus - one of the common forms of birth brain defect. Scientists at The University ...

"Siya ang iba sa lahat ng biik. Nagulat ako, mukhang tao ang ilong niya, then 'yung mata niya may eyelashes pa. Tenga niya parang baby," he said. Veterinarian Dr. Aris Miclat has explained that the ...

The findings showed the highest mortality occurred among infants who were Black, lived in Southern states or had fetal birth defects. By Pam Belluck Infant mortality increased along with births in ...

Ron Branch, chair of the Alexandria Community Christmas Dinner, sends a big "thumbs up" for all the volunteers that came ...

It's a problem present at birth, affecting the structure of a baby's heart, and can range from mild to severe.