birth defect – n. any physical, mental, or biochemical abnormality present at birth

stillbirth - n. the birth of a dead baby

manage – v. to have control of something, such as a business, department, or sports team

gross domestic product – n. the total value of the goods and services produced by the people of a nation during a year not including the value of income earned in foreign countries

monitor – v. to watch, observe, listen to, or check (something) for a special purpose over a period of time

negligence – n. lack of normal care or attention