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.
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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.