During delivery, which of the following diseases is transmitted to a newborn through the birth canal?
A) diabetes
B) west Nile virus
C) rubella
D) genital herpes

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Genital herpes can be transmitted to a newborn during delivery if the mother is experiencing an active outbreak. Diabetes and West Nile virus are not transmitted through the birth canal, and rubella is typically only transmitted to a fetus during pregnancy if the mother is infected.

During Delivery, Which of the Following Diseases Is Transmitted to a Newborn