Prevalence and determinants of preconception folic acid use: an Italian multicenter survey

Women in many countries are advised to use folic acid supplements before and early during pregnancy to reduce the risk of neural tube defects in their infants. This study aimed to update the prevalence and to identify possible determinants of preconception folic acid supplement use in Italian women. The study was based on cross-sectional data from seven maternity clinics located in six Italian regions from January to June, 2012. Data on maternal...