CanFASD (Canada) – New resource uses puppets to teach about FASD
We’re excited to share a unique, child-friendly way to learn about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) – through puppets!  FASD Understanding is an education initiative designed to increase awareness, reduce stigma, and provide practical support for individuals and families.
https://canfasd.ca/2026/05/13/new-resource-uses-puppets-to-teach-about-fasd/

Michigan State Medical Society (USA) – Health Policy Committee Reviews FASD and Lead Exposure Bills
The House Health Policy Committee heard testimony Wednesday on bills aimed at improving early intervention services for children affected by fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) and lead exposure.
https://www.msms.org/news/health-policy-committee-reviews-fasd-and-lead-exposure-bills

PNI Atlantic News (Canada) – WENDY ELLIOTT: More support needed for people with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder
There’s always more to learn. In the last couple of years, I’ve been educated about fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) by a young woman in the community. Sally (not her real name) is fun and feisty. She lives with distinct challenges that I can now label.
https://www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/annapolis-valley/wendy-elliott-more-support-needed-for-people-with-fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorder

Streamline (Kenya) – One In Eight Women Drink During Pregnancy, Fueling Hidden Crisis
A silent epidemic is unfolding in maternity wards across the globe, heavily masked by deep societal stigma and catastrophic diagnostic failures.
https://streamlinefeed.co.ke/news/one-in-eight-women-drink-during-pregnancy-fueling-hidden-crisis

Midwest radio (Ireland) – New HSE safe pregnancy campaign
A new HSE campaign is letting the public know that avoiding alcohol completely is safest when planning a pregnancy and during pregnancy.
https://www.midwestradio.ie/news/new-hse-safe-pregnancy-campaign/

Lifestyle & Tech (South Africa) – Alcohol harm during pregnancy is about more than individual choices
As pressure grows on South Africa’s healthcare, education and social support systems, more attention is needed on the long-term impact that alcohol exposure can have on children and families through Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).
https://lifestyleandtech.co.za/smart-living/article/2026-05-19/alcohol-harm-during-pregnancy-is-about-more-than-individual-choices

NACCHO (Australia) – Share your story to raise awareness of FASD
FARE is inviting expressions of interest from individuals and families who would like to share their lived experience as part of a new national project. This work aims to strengthen awareness and understanding of FASD, while supporting healthy, alcohol‑free pregnancies and breastfeeding across Australia.
https://www.naccho.org.au/share-your-story-to-raise-awareness-of-fasd/

FASD United – FASD United Welcomes the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health to the Affiliate Network
We are thrilled to welcome the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) as the newest member of the FASD United Affiliate Network, now comprised of 49 organizations united to further FASD awareness, provide support, and improve the quality of life for those affected by prenatal alcohol exposure.
https://fasdunited.org/fasd-united-welcomes-the-ohio-department-of-behavioral-health-to-the-affiliate-network/

FASD Hub (Australia) – Inquiry into the health impacts of alcohol and other drugs in Australia opening statement
The House Standing Committee on Health, Aged Care and Disability has held a public hearing as part of its inquiry into the health impacts of alcohol and other drugs in Australia.
https://fasdhub.org.au/news/inquiry-into-the-health-impacts-of-alcohol-and-other-drugs-in-australia-opening-statement/

Irish Medical Times (Ireland) – Ghosts in the Machine
Ireland’s historic relationship with alcohol, romanticised in folklore and lubricated by commerce, has produced a crisis hidden in plain sight, writes Terence Cosgrave.
https://www.imt.ie/opinion/comment/who-are-the-slow-learners-in-foetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorder-21-05-2026/