National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD)

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Improving Folic Acid Intake
Closing the gap: Folic acid fortification of corn masa flour and neural tube defect prevention
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#InMyFolicAcidEra Toolkit
Use the #InMyFolicAcidEra toolkit to raise awareness about folic acid among young families.
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About Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs)
Learn basic information about fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs).
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CDC is Making a Difference for People with Muscular Dystrophy
September is Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Month, learn more and how CDC is making an impact.

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About Us
NCBDDD strives to advance the health and well-being of our nation’s most vulnerable populations.
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Who We Are
Our leaders are passionate about health and committed to making a difference.
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Budget and Funding
View a breakdown of fiscal year funding allocations.
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Select State-Based Activities and Funding
NCBDDD extramural program funding based on fiscal year.
Making a Difference Across the Lifespan
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