World Birth Defects Day

March 3rd is the 5th anniversary of World Birth Defects Day! Join us in our effort to raise awareness of birth defects, their causes, and their impact around the world! This year’s theme is “Many birth defects, one voice.”

Every year, about 3-6% of infants worldwide are born with a serious birth defect. This means that life-altering conditions like spina bifida and congenital heart defects affect millions of babies and families. Birth defects can affect babies regardless of where they are born, their socioeconomic status, or their race or ethnicity.