Most women under 50 have risk factors for birth defects that can be lowered, CDC finds

One in 33 U.S. babies are born with birth defects, with a CDC study identifying obesity, diabetes, smoking exposure, food insecurity, and low folate levels as modifiable risk factors; 66% of women ages 12-49 have at least one. Awareness and preventative measures, such as folic acid intake and healthy lifestyle changes, are crucial, according to health officials.

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