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Low Choline Level in Pregnancy Tied to Birth Defects
Anencephaly, spina bifida linked to nutrient found in foods, study shows

Agent Orange Linked to Parkinson’s, Heart Disease
Study finds possible increased risk of both conditions among Vietnam vets

Enzyme Deficiency Linked to Neural Tube Defect in Mice
Study findings may hold key to preventing spina bifida

New Statistical Model Could Cut Needless Breast Biopsies
But further study needed before method can become standard, researchers say

Study Unearths Clues on How Body Absorbs Folate
Findings may yield test for infants, adults to prevent neurological problems

More Women at Risk for Birth Defects Than Thought
But folic acid supplements can greatly reduce risk, researchers report