Congenital heart defects (CHDs) are America's most common birth defect and the most common cause of infant death related to birth defects. However, thanks to medical advances that have been made through research, more than 85% of babies born with CHDs now live to reach at least age 18. The Children's Heart Foundation is dedicated to funding research to advance the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of CHDs so that all CHD patients get the chance to live longer, healthier lives. | The Children'

About 40,000 infants are born with congenital heart defects (CHD) each year in the U.S. Help raise awareness by sharing your #CHDStories during #CHDAwarenessWeek Feb. 7-14. Learn more at http://spr.ly/6185DOY6z ❤️ The Children's Heart Foundation | American Heart Association - Maryland