Health care providers in Yakima County have noticed a higher incidence of neural tube birth defects in the past two years. Washington state health officials are investigating but, so far, have found nothing to link any of these cases. These birth defects can be fatal in some cases, and health providers like Susie Ball, genetic counselor at Memorial Family of Services, are encouraging women of childbearing age to be more vigilant about healthy behaviors.Listen as Susie gives you the best advice on when to see a genetic counselor and what you can expect from that visit.
