The availability of the medical history of an adopted child is a serious concern for adopting parents.
When considering adoption, you must be aware of the medical risks involved. These risks arise as a result of genetics, the health and care of the mother during pregnancy, and the life experiences of the child before being adopted. Sometimes some of this information is available; often it is not.
Clients of Sunrise are provided with extensive information about medical risks as part of our Adoption Education Program. A booklet on Adoption Medical Clinics is also available. These clinics will examine any medical information that is available and help you assess the risks involved.