Cerebral Palsy (CP)

Boy with cerebral palsy sitting next to his sister

About Cerebral Palsy

Read about cerebral palsy, its types, symptoms, causes, screening, treatment, and CDC's work. 
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Treatment and Intervention for Cerebral Palsy

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) allows families to access services.
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Tracking Methods for Cerebral Palsy

Learn about data collected for children with CP, and the different programs for data collection.
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Risk Factors for Cerebral Palsy

Risk factors for congenital cerebral palsy, and how to prevent it before, during, and after birth. 
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Screening for Cerebral Palsy

Developmental monitoring, screening, and evaluation help screen and diagnose cerebral palsy.