Folic Acid

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Folic Acid

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June 8, 2006


	Supplementation of the B vitamin folic acid in women before conception and during early pregnancy has been shown to reduce the occurrence of neural tube defects (NTDs) by at least 50-70%. As part of its work to promote folic acid, the March of Dimes offers a number of valuable online resources that healthcare providers can use with their patients.


		Most Important Health Messages for Your Patients

		What Providers Can Do

		March of Dimes Resources for Patients

		Resources for Professionals

		-	FolicAcid.net

		-	U.S. Public Health Service Recommendations

		-	U.S. Food and Drug Administration Recommendations

		-	Institue of Medicine Recommendations

		-	American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations

		-	The National Folic Acid Council

		-	March of Dimes Resources

		Folic Acid FAQs



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