Great news! The sixth European Conference on FASD will take place on September 12 to 14, 2022, with a pre-conference training day on 11 September. We hope to hold the conference in-person in Arendal, Norway, but if that is not possible, the conference will take place online. So reserve the dates! The abstract submission system […]
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EUFASD News 13 Dec 2021
Australian Government (Australia) – $37.2 million for Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder support and awarenessThe Australian Government is investing more than $37 million for Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) diagnostic services to increase access and reduce waiting times, as well as launching a new National Awareness Campaign for Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Women.https://www.health.gov.au/ministers/the-hon-greg-hunt-mp/media/372-million-for-foetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorder-support-and-awareness Todayville (Canada) – Red Deer RCMP […]
EUFASD News 29 Nov 2021
CTV News Edmonton (Canada) – Alberta to spend $5M on supports for students with FASDThe Alberta government will be allocating $5 million over five years to educators to get the tools and skills needed to assist students with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD).https://edmonton.ctvnews.ca/alberta-to-spend-5m-on-supports-for-students-with-fasd-1.5656914 Daily Record (UK) – Charity launches in Ayrshire for children exposed to alcohol in […]
EUFASD News 31 Oct 2021
Stuff (New Zealand) – Teenagers left homeless without support for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder One teen ends up sleeping under a bridge. Another is passed between temporary care homes. Carers and social workers agree: “There is nothing for these children.” Josephine Franks reports. Yorkshire Post (UK) – Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: Family of Yorkshire boy with disorder […]
EUFASD News 18 Oct 2021
BBC (UK) – Better diagnosis of FASD in children needed, adoptive mum says An adoptive mother is calling for the NHS to improve its diagnosis for children exposed to alcohol in the womb, so their families can be helped. Boston 25 News (USA) – Pandemic-induced drinking raises concerns over harm to unborn children The pandemic has created […]
Better diagnosis of FASD
BBC (UK) – Better diagnosis of FASD in children needed, adoptive mum says An adoptive mother is calling for the NHS to improve its diagnosis for children exposed to alcohol in the womb, so their families can be helped.
EUFASD News 8 September 2021
The Canberra Times (Australia) – Breaking down stigma of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder How much do you know about fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)? Even if you’re an Australian health professional, your answer could be “not much”. NOFASD Australia – A FATHER’S STORY – MY SON HAS FASD My son, who I will refer to throughout this […]
EUFASD News 24 August 2021
Kitchissipi Times (Canada) – ABLE2 on upcoming FASD Awareness Walk, pandemic fundraisingABLE2, the ‘small but powerful’ charitable organization that supports people across the disability spectrum, is preparing for this year’s Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Walk.https://kitchissippi.com/2021/08/04/able2-on-upcoming-fasd-awareness-walk-pandemic-fundraising/Griffith News (Australia) Funding boost for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder diagnosis and careThe diagnosis and treatment of children with Fetal […]
EUFASD News 1 August 2021
Digital Journal – Avoiding Toxic Substances During PregnancyWhen a woman finds out they are pregnant, it seems to change everything. Suddenly she isn’t just thinking about herself, but about the baby they are carrying. Questions about what substances or environmental exposures may be harmful to mom or baby are a natural reaction. https://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/avoiding-toxic-substances-during-pregnancy?__cf_chl_jschl_tk__=pmd_a5aff44a144e4917b9dcf1987d7f0a23229452f6-1627809301-0-gqNtZGzNAk2jcnBszQjO Catch – What We […]
From EUFASD 21 May 2021
Healthline – Your Guide to Resources for Children with Developmental Disabilities Children with developmental differences often need extra services to support their physical health and mental well-being. But researching and connecting with specialists and other service providers can sometimes feel like a full-time job for parents and caregivers. https://www.healthline.com/health/childrens-health/resource-guide-for-children-with-developmental-disabilities The Fostering Network (UK) – Understanding FASD Is […]