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Cerebral Palsy : Cerebral Palsy Preventon

Fortunately, there are some steps a pregnant woman can take to help prevent the likelihood that an infant will suffer Cerebral Palsy. Pregnant women should not smoke. Taking folic acid supplements before conceiving and throughout the pregnancy can help a great deal. Being immunized against certain diseases is also very helpful, pregnant women should get vaccinations for diseases such as rubella if they have not already done so. Pregnant women should avoid exposure to possible infections and should seek treatment immediately if they do suffer from an infection. Taking measures to avoid premature birth, such as refraining from taking certain medications that may cause early labor and seeking prenatal care will also lessen the likelihood of Cerebral Palsy.

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