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Advocacy Brief – The importance of folic acid food fortification to prevent neural tube defects

Folate Task Team.

Published: January 1, 2019

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This advocacy brief provides information regarding the importance of folic acid food fortification to prevent neural tube defects. This includes reviewing the investment case, and responding to concerns regarding the safety of folic acid.

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