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Baby born with no nose is still "perfect"

When Brandi McGlathery looked at her newborn son for the first time, everything was 'perfect.' He had five fingers on each hand and five toe...

Senh: Since there's only 37 cases in the world, I wonder how difficult it is to care for a child without a nose. What kind of physical problems will he have growing up? It's disheartening to read that insurance will not cover some of expenses associated with the baby's care. So glad that crowdfunding is being used for this. Good luck to the family.

Health roundup: IVF treatments linked to birth defects

Babies born after in vitro fertilization have an increased risk of birth defects, the latest study shows.

CDC links prescription painkillers in pregnancy to birth defects

Moms-to-be who take prescription opioid painkillers such as codeine, hydrocodone or oxycodone (Oxycontin) may increase the risk of birth defects ...

China blames pollution for surge in birth defects

The government's acknowledgment of the problem is a victory for environmentalists, who say the rate of defects is highest in coal-producing regions.

Chinese officials told the state media that birth defects are increasing at an alarming rate and that a major reason was degradation of the environment.
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Baby born with no nose is still "perfect"

Health roundup: IVF treatments linked to birth defects

CDC links prescription painkillers in pregnancy to birth defects

China blames pollution for surge in birth defects