More evidence folic acid prevents birth defects

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A new study finds that South Carolina's rate of spina bifida and similar birth defects fell substantially after more women began taking folic acid -- adding to evidence of the B vitamin's benefits during pregnancy.

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