Curated OER
Genetics, Birth Disorders, and Pregnancy
Students in an alternative school setting for pregnant teens examine various facets of pregnancy including prenatal and postpartum testing, genetic influences, and additional risk factors. Through videos, hands-on activities, and small...
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Spina Bifida Association of America
This site provides an overview of the purpose of the Spina Bifida Association of America. It also gives links to pages with information regarding the disease.
National Institutes of Health
Ninds: Spina Bifida
A general site about Spina Bifida. Includes information on what it is, how it is treated, what the prognosis might be, what research is being done, and more.
National Institutes of Health
Ninds: Spinal Cord Injury Information Page
What is a Spinal Cord injury? What causes it and how can it be treated? Learn all about it here.
Nature Research
Scitable: Genes and Disease
Investigate the genetic contributions to human diseases such as polydactyly, spina bifida, and cancer. Study the genetics of monogenic diseases, chromosomal diseases, and multifactorial with articles that explain the genetics...
Center for Parent Information and Resources
Nichcy Publications: Disability Information
Here are fact sheets on disabilities, available in text or PDF, English or Spanish. Each offers characteristics of the disability, tips for teachers and parents, and lists of related resources.
Center for Parent Information and Resources
Nichcy Publications: Disability Information
Here are fact sheets on disabilities, available in text or PDF, English or Spanish. Each offers characteristics of the disability, tips for teachers and parents, and lists of related resources.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Spina Bifida Incidence at Birth u.s., 1983 1990
This resource is an article which presents information on the spina bifida incidence in the United States, 1983-1990. It includes possible causes for trends.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Spina Bifida Incidence at Birth u.s., 1983 1990
This resource is an article that presents information on the spina bifida incidence in the United States, 1983-1990. It includes possible causes for trends.
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Spina Bifida Association of the Deleware Valley
This is the site of an organization for Spina Bifida education and support in the Delaware Valley of Pennsylvania.
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Nichd: Spina Bifida
This site from the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development provides in-depth information about the birth defect, Spina Bifida.
Other
Southern California Institute: Pediatric Orthopedics
This resource is devoted to pediatric orthopedics and to the conditions of normal and abnormal bone development. Brief explanations about the anatomy of the spine, elbow, hip, hand, foot, knee, and shoulder are also provided, with...
Curated OER
Kids Health: Spina Bifida
Presented in question-and-answer format, this is a brief article on what spina bifida is. You'll learn what spina bifida is, what causes this disease, and what doctors can do to help those affected by it.
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Christopher & Dana Reeve Paralysis Foundation: Resource Center
This resource provides information about paralysis, including treatment, causes, and resources.
Other
Disabled World: Famous People With Disabilities
This site offers a list of well-known people with a disability or mental condition who have overcome their barriers to achieve and contribute to society. Divided by disability category and include actors, world leaders, singers, and...
WebMD
Web Md: Spina Bifida
This site, provided by WebMD, gives a complete overview of spina bifida. Content includes what it is, its causes and symptoms, the different types of spina bifida, diagnosis, how it can be treated, and prevention measures.
Center for Parent Information and Resources
Nichcy: Definition of Spina Bifida
This resource provides a factsheet on the types, characteristics, treatments, and educational implications of spina bifida.
Center for Parent Information and Resources
Nichcy: Definition of Spina Bifida
This fact sheet gives basic information on the types, characteristics, treatments, and educational implications of spina bifida.
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Taking Folic Acid Before You Get Pregnant
Information on taking Folic Acid before you get pregnant to prevent neural tube defects including spina bifida.