The Congenital Heart Information Network, is an international organization, which provides reliable information, online support services and resources to families of children with congenital defects and acquired heart disease, adults with congenital heart defects, and the professionals who work with them. With the guidance of a medical advisory panel, we maintain a commitment  to providing resources that are accurate and reliable. Congenital Heart Disease is considered to be the most common birth defect worldwide, and is the leading cause of birth defect related deaths. Despite these statistics, there have been few organized international resources dedicated to meeting the needs of the families and individuals affected by CHD. Thanks to this website address, thousands of individuals have found information, support services and assistance they need about a condition that affects approximately 40,000 babies each year in the United States alone. www.tchin.org