Journal-based CME Course: Folic Acid Supplementation to Prevent Neural Tube Defects – US Preventive Services Task Force Reaffirmation Recommendation Statement

Activity ID

11778

Expires

August 1, 2025

Format Type

Journal-based

CME Credit

Fee

$30

CME Provider: JAMA

Description of CME Course

Importance Neural tube defects are among the most common congenital malformations in the US, with an estimated 3000 pregnancies affected each year. Many of these neural tube defects are caused by low folate levels in the body.

Objective The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) commissioned a reaffirmation evidence update on the benefits and harms of folic acid supplementation.

Population Persons who are planning to or could become pregnant.

Evidence Assessment The USPSTF concludes that, for persons who are planning to or could become pregnant, there is high certainty that folic acid supplementation has a substantial net benefit to prevent neural tube defects in their offspring.

Recommendation The USPSTF recommends that all persons planning to or who could become pregnant take a daily supplement containing 0.4 to 0.8 mg (400 to 800 μg) of folic acid. (A recommendation)

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1. This activity is accredited by the American Medical Association.
2. This activity is free to AMA members.

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Educational Objectives

To identify the key insights or developments described in this article

Keywords

Medical Education, Hypertension

Competencies

Medical Knowledge

CME Credit Type

AMA PRA Category 1 Credit

DOI

10.1001/jama.2023.12876