Myelomeningocele is the most severe form of spina bifida. The spinal cord and backbone fail to close while a fetus grows, causing a sac containing parts of the spinal cord to protrude out its back.

Spina bifida is the most common structural disorder of the human nervous system. The causes are largely unknown, but a new study points to a link involving a chromosomal microdeletion -- and also ...

Nick Heilig, a volunteer with spina bifida, rolls through Delaware Park during the September 2022 Walk and Roll event hosted by SBWNY. Heilig helped plan the Walk and Roll which raised over $11,000 ...

CHICAGO (CBS) – A small but mighty organization will celebrate a huge win on Wednesday. The nonprofit recently formed a legislative action committee to advocate for people living with spina bifida.