Health Dictionary
Reliable, easy-to-read patient information on common medical conditions — written in plain language, free of jargon, and grounded in current evidence. Browse the most frequent diagnoses, understand what they mean for everyday life, and learn which steps and questions help you have a focused conversation with your doctor.
Mental retardation primary prevention
Introduction
Overview
Overview
There are no established measures for the primary prevention of [disease name].
OR
There are no available vaccines against [disease name].
OR
Effective measures for the primary prevention of [disease name] include [measure1], [measure2], and [measure3].
OR
[Vaccine name] vaccine is recommended for [patient population] to prevent [disease name]. Other primary prevention strategies include [strategy 1], [strategy 2], and [strategy 3].
Primary Prevention
Primary Prevention
- Vaccines prevent infectious causes of ID such as congenital rubella syndrome, pneumococcal, and H. influenzae meningitis. [1]
- Avoiding alcohol during pregnancy prevents fetal alcohol syndrome. [2]
- Folate supplementation at 400-800 mcg/day in women three months before conception through the first trimester reduces the risk for neural tube defects. [3]
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Chelsea Mae Nobleza, M.D.[2]