World Birth Defects Day (WBDD), observed on March 3 each year, unites people and organizations working in the field of birth defects, also known as congenital anomalies, congenital disorders or congenital conditions. There are many types of birth defects and this day recognizes our collective voice in raising awareness for all birth defects.
- To learn more, go to “The WBDD Movement.”
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WBDD 2026 Activities and Events
Partner engagement opportunities, including webinars, Twitter chat, Facebook live event, are available here.
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Tuesday, March 3rd @ 12pm EST
In recognition of World Birth Defects Day, MotherToBaby/OTIS invites healthcare professionals to join them for a FREE webinar: Assisted Reproduction and Birth Defects Risk Presented by Sarah Običan, MD. Pre-registration is required. Sign up using this link! |
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Tuesday, March 3rd @ 12pm GMT
Global Clubfoot Initiative is hosting a webinar: Elevating Clubfoot in the Global Birth Defects Agenda. Pre-registration is required. Sign up using this link! |
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World Birth Defects Day Discussion at NINS&H, Bangladesh In observance of World Birth Defects Day (March 3rd), the Pediatric Neurosurgery Research Committee (PNRC) is hosting a specialized program at the National Institute of Neurosciences & Hospital (NINS&H), Bangladesh. As part of this global movement to improve care and prevention, our team will lead a technical discussion focused on the prevention and management of Neural Tube Defects (NTDs) and Hydrocephalus (HCP). Event Details • Date: March 3rd, 2026 • Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (Bangladesh Time) • Participants: 12–15 attendees, including PNRC doctors and staff, a representative from GAIN Bangladesh, and a specialist from the Pediatric Orthopedics department. For more information, please contact Dr. Sudipta Mukherjee at sudipta70@hotmail.com |