Canadians Joan and John are expecting their first baby.According to statistics what are the chances their child will be born with a birth defect or anomaly?

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According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, the overall prevalence of birth defects is estimated to be between 3% to 5%. Therefore, the most likely chance of Joan and John's child being born with a birth defect or anomaly is 4 to 5 percent.

Canadians Joan and John Are Expecting Their First Baby