The studies have also indicated that obese women may tend to have some metabolic abnormality and or nutritional deficiency that disrupt development of the embryo in early pregnancy. ... Not only is it vital and crucial to take prenatal vitamins and supplements, it also importance to stay within a healthy weight range during pregnancy. ... Potential explanation as to why obesity could be a contributor to anencephaly and birth defects include nutritional factors or metabolic abnormalities associated with obesity. Obese women may be more likely to be nutritionally deficient because of a self-impo...

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Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) is the most recognizable form of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). FAS is characterized by a pattern of minor facial anomalies, prenatal and postnatal growth retardation, and central nervous system abnormalities. Those born with FAS often have behavioral and learn...

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After consultation with parents and school officials, the focus of the program was on consequences of teen sexual activity, the importance of delaying sexual intimacy, character development, and encouraging the ability to refuse sexual advances (Sulak et al.) ... A survey by Virginia's Department of Education (VADOE) in 2012 of school health profiles included all middle and high schools in the state to determine the health policies and curricula of those schools with respect to HIV/AIDS, tobacco use, nutrition, and other health issues. ...

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