L ook along any high street and youâre bound to spot a hairdressers. Viewed as an essential part of many Britsâ grooming habits, hairdressing salons have remained relatively resilient over recent years, in spite of the challenging economic backdrop.
Statistics show that Fetal Alcohol Syndrome occurs in three to six of every 1,000 live births, according to research conducted by the Center for Disease Control in the USA. Applying this research to Ireland, there could be 177 to 354 babies born each year with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.
Statistics on Genetic Disorders. 1  Approximately 4 million babies are born each year. 2  About 3 to 4% will be born with a genetic disease or major birth defect. 3  Approximately 1% of all babies will be born with chromosomal abnormality, which can cause physical problems and mental retardation. Approximately 1% of all babies will be born with chromosomal abnormality, which can cause physical problems and mental retardation. 2  More than 20% of infant deaths are caused by birth defects or genetic conditions (e.g. congenital heart defects, abnormalities of the nervous system, or chromosomal abnormalities).