Folic Acid

Key Findings: Are Women Getting Enough Folic Acid?

Folic Acid Helps Prevent Some Birth Defects

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Key Findings: Improving Healthcare Counseling Among Hispanic Women Before They Become Pregnant

Facts, why it’s important, and how much women need.

Occurrence and recurrence prevention.

Fact sheets, infographics, videos, podcasts & PSAs, buttons, & a quiz.

Frequently asked questions about folic acid.

CDC’s global initiative to reduce death and lifelong disability due to neural tube defects.

Data and statistics highlights.

What we’re doing, what we’ve learned, and references.

Scientific articles and key findings.

Overview of the program and our partners.

Give your vitamin intake a boost by enjoying this healthy smoothie!

How much do you know about folic acid? Try your hand at this quiz.

Key Findings: The Promotora de Salud Model Promotes Positive Health Behavior Change

Page last reviewed: May 15, 2018