Spina bifida is the most common permanently disabling birth defect that is associated with life. Each year approximately 1,400 babies born in the United States have spina bifida, according to the U.S.

Spina bifida is typically diagnosed during pregnancy or immediately after birth. But a mild form of spina bifida, which rarely causes symptoms, can go unnoticed until adulthood. Spina bifida is a ...

Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and spina bifida are distinct conditions that affect the nerves that allow for voluntary motor control. Share on Pinterest press coverage photography/Getty Images SMA is ...

Spina bifida is the most common birth defect of the central nervous system and the second most common of all structural birth defects. To learn more about it, From the Labs sat with Dr. Richard H.

Spina bifida is a developmental issue for a fetus marked by spinal cord and vertebrae structural changes. While environmental factors can cause this condition, genetics may also play a role. Share on ...

A local organization is helping empower people with a rare condition and break the barriers put in their way. Spina Bifida happens in the womb, when the spinal cord is split. It can cause physical and ...

Spina bifida is the most common birth defect of the nervous system. It affects about 1,600 babies per year and an estimated 166,000 people are living with spina bifida in the U.S. right now. Spina ...

DUNDEE — Doctors said Brayden Auten would never walk. Born 15 years ago with spina bifida, he has no feeling below his knees. He’s broken 20 bones, and he’s had more than 20 surgeries. But, today, ...

CHICAGO (CBS) – A small but mighty organization will celebrate a huge win on Wednesday. The nonprofit recently formed a legislative action committee to advocate for people living with spina bifida.

Kelly and Larry Peterson's love story began at a summer camp for children with spina bifida. Born on the same day, the couple discovered they had much in common beyond their shared birthday and ...

SO MUCH FOR STAYING WITH US. LOOKING AHEAD THIS SATURDAY, THERE’S AN OPPORTUNITY TO GET ACTIVE FOR A GREAT CAUSE. THE WALK AND ROLL IS HAPPENING IN KEELEY PARK AT NOON, AND IT’S HOSTED BY THE SPINA ...