Health disparities and birth defects Health disparities have been observed among babies with birth defects from certain racial and ethnic groups.
Achondroplasia Achondroplasia is a birth defect that prevents a baby's cartilege from turning into bone as it should. Learn how achondroplasia is treated.
Marfan syndrome Marfan syndrome is a birth defect that affects the body's connective tissue. Learn the signs and symptoms of Marfan syndrome and how it's treated.