How do babies live with a 'hole in their heart' and what impact will it have on their lives? - ABC News
One in every 100 babies born in Australia is diagnosed with a congenital heart disease, and a septal defect or "hole in the heart" is one of the most common.
One in every 100 babies born in Australia is diagnosed with a congenital heart disease, and a septal defect or hole in the heart is one of the most common.
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Video Mothers of babies with heart defects may have their own heart health risks - ABC News
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Boy born with hole in his heart celebrates first birthday
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Expert heart care for atrial septal defect – Children's Health
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Hole in Baby Heart: Types, Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
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Ventricular septal defect (VSD) - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
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COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy protects babies, research finds - University of Mississippi Medical Center