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Health

NICHD conducts and supports cutting-edge research to help improve the health of children, adults, families, and communities.

These activities enable NICHD to provide health information about a wide array of topics related to development throughout the lifespan. Research also forms the basis of institute-led health information programs.

A to Z Topics List

Get research-based information on conditions and health topics.

Find Publications

Order or download publications on NICHD research topics.

Safe to Sleep® Campaign

Learn how to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related causes of infant death.

National Child and Maternal Health Education Program (NCMHEP)

Find information on key challenges in maternal and child health.