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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Chelsea Mae Nobleza, M.D.[2]
Primary Prevention
- Vaccines prevent infectious causes of ID such as congenital rubella syndrome, pneumococcal, and H. influenzae meningitis. "Intellectual Disability - Pediatrics - MSD Manual Professional Edition".
- Avoiding alcohol during pregnancy prevents fetal alcohol syndrome. "Intellectual Disability - Pediatrics - MSD Manual Professional Edition".
- Folate supplementation at 400-800 mcg/day in women three months before conception through the first trimester reduces the risk for neural tube defects. "Intellectual Disability - Pediatrics - MSD Manual Professional Edition".