Spina bifida is a type of neural tube defect, meaning that a fetus’ developing spine and spinal cord don’t fully form and ...

The Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF) is encouraging farmers to fill out its congenital defect survey this spring if ...

Scientists are moving toward a genetic test that could help thousands of mothers with epilepsy safely take life-saving medication without fear of it causing birth defects in their children. Valproic ...

"This is far more than mildly infuriating." Passerby shares video after spotting upsetting scene in US desert: 'This should be a wakeup call to us all' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Researchers delivered mRNA to testicular cells in infertile mice to correct a genetic defect blocking sperm production. The ...

Little Saffy was brought into the centre alongside her two three-day old kittens from a multi-cat household.

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NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WPRI) — In the newest episode of 12 Health, one New Bedford family shares their experience with a rare and often undiagnosed hidden birth defect called laryngeal cleft.

Who doesn’t love the look of a lush, perfectly manicured lawn? It’s a hallmark of a well-kept and inviting home. Ironically, ...

Researchers have found that targeted delivery of messenger RNA (mRNA) can restore sperm production and fertility in genetically infertile male mice. The findings, published in Stem Cell Reports, ...

Environmental scientist Tasha Stoiber reveals some simple ways to limit contact with PFAS.

Oksana Masters has won her 11th Paralympic gold medal and she calls it redemption after missing the top spot four years ago. On Tuesday at Milan Cortina, she took gold in the women’s sprint ...