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Jane Wyatt, National Chairman of the Mothers’ March to prevent birth defects, has a timely message for everyone—particularly women: “Don’t get hooked on ‘harmless’ drugs.”
Since 1963 the popular actress has been leading millions of dedicated volunteers in a crusade directed by The National Foundation-March of Dimes. Their goal is to end a severe national health problem that annually strikes some quarter of a million newborns. To hasten this day, women A marchers in all 50 states join 'v with Miss Wyatt each January to raise funds for this vital cause.
Contributions help support 111 March iof Difrtes Birth De* fects Centers around the country, many of which are located at major medical centers and teaching hospitals. Throughout this network, programs of research, professional and public health education, patient care and community services are carried out in the care and prevention of birth defects.
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orbells and extend the ■amiliar envelopes will leave behind excellent advice about careless use of medications. Volunteers, many of whom belong to leading clubs and organizations, are distributing “Don’t Get Hooked on ‘Harmless’ Drugs!”, a pamphlet that warns against the devastating impact that misuse of drugs may have upon an unborn child.
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Prenatal Care Emphasis
It is certainly possible that heroin, speed, LSD, and the like can cause lifelong heartache if a pregnant woman indulges in them. But what about the so-called ‘harmless’ % drugs—aspirin, tranquilizers, nose drops, vitamins, ‘diet and cold’ pills?”
Scientists are studying many drugs to determine whether they affect the fetus. For greater peace of mind during pregnancy, women are urged to observe a simple rule: Take no medication of any kind from the time you suspect you are going to have a baby. The exception, of course, is medicine recommended by a doctor who knows you are or may be ex
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