For a long time, doctors have been advised not to prescribe statins to any pregnant patient. Soon, that advice might change.

Women who have had previous miscarriages and want to get pregnant again may want to discuss taking more aspirin with their doctors.

Each January, the United States observes National Birth Defects Prevention Month.

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued guidance meant to limit exposure to inorganic arsenic among infants.

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the marketing of the first genetic test to help diagnose Fragile X Syndrome (FXS).

Folic acid can help prevent major birth defects called neural tube defects (NTDs). But how much folic acid are you supposed to get?

While not all birth defects are preventable, you can take some steps to help reduce the risk to your baby, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

A first-of-its-kind device to treat the most common form of scoliosis has gotten the green light from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning statement on certain dietary supplements.

Myths about vaccines are widespread. These misconceptions often cause people to skip important, potentially lifesaving vaccines.