Have you seen NOFASD resources for health professionals?
Health professionals play a key role in effective prevention, diagnosis and management of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. buff.ly/3H8ywBR

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Take just one minute to watch this short video from National FASD (UK) to remind yourself of some of the key facts about #FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder). buff.ly/3wBRMYd

Have you seen NOFASD's webpage about FASD Management, Interventions & Strategies?
Early intervention, appropriate support and management have been identified as factors that lead to better outcomes for children with #FASD and their families. buff.ly/3ufCiSC

This short animated video from Canadian organisation ASPQ examines how alcohol can cause negative impacts during pregnancy and why an alcohol-free pregnancy is so important. buff.ly/3UUezYL

Synapse Reconnections is an online group for carers and family of people living with brain injury. The May meeting of the NSW group features a topic that NOFASD knows will be of interest to many of you. Registration required. See: buff.ly/3UXVGnF

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NOFASD Board Member Christine Brooks & Ange Bruce, a member of NOFASD's Lived Experience Advisory Group, staffed a NOFASD stand at the DANA (Drug & Alcohol Nurses of Australia) Forum held in Newcastle last month. Productive discussions about #FASD were held with attendees,

Work in the alcohol and other drugs sector? Check out the tailored resources on alcohol and pregnancy developed by NOFASD Australia: buff.ly/3JV3JdV

#alcohol #pregnancy #FASD #FetalAlcoholSpectrumDisorder

NOFASD Board Member Professor Elizabeth Elliott AM, (3rd from left) gave the 11th Annual Maybanke Lecture. Her topic: “A fair go for all kids: tackling Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder in Australia”, was well received & showed the importance of building awareness of #FASD .

If you need advice on where you can seek a diagnosis of FASD for your child contact NOFASD Australia's national Helpline: 1 800 860 613.

NOFASD wishes a very Happy Mother's Day to all who are fulfilling the role of a mother. Whether you are a birth Mum, foster Mum or a member of extended family who has stepped into this role, you are making a key difference to the life of the child who you are nurturing & loving.

Cheryl Dedman, Chair of NOFASD's Board, at Government House in Melbourne last month following the presentation to her of the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) - received for service to community health, recognising her advocacy for #FASD .

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Clinical Psychologist Dr Vanessa Spiller is well known for her commitment to supporting & advocating for the needs of individuals impacted by #FASD . In this video she shares her lived experience of being a parent to a young person with FASD.
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A new report from Alcohol Change Australia found that despite the National Alcohol Strategy’s aim to reduce harmful #alcohol use by 10% by 2028, there has been little progress towards this goal. We need governments to take action. Read the report at buff.ly/4aLTPIh

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A recording of Australian FASD advocate Jessica Birch; giving a keynote speech at the recent FASD United conference in Seattle. In her speech she addresses the important topic of human rights in relation to #FASD . buff.ly/3UbuRuE

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If you work in the Out of Home Care sector or are a foster carer, it’s important to know about FASD. Check out these resources on supporting young people with #FASD : buff.ly/3dtaeJf

#FetalAlcoholSpectrumDIsorder #FosterCare

As a spectrum-based condition, #FASD can present very differently from individual to individual - and symptoms of the condition are often incorrectly perceived to be wilful behaviours.Learn more about how this 'hidden' disability can present at: buff.ly/4brpdvx

Congratulations to Jessica Birch who has been awarded the 2024 Heather Jones Community Award for her contribution to awareness and understanding of FASD.
We were thrilled to acknowledge the positive impact Jess has in the #fasd community and beyond at the FASD Forum 24.

Speaking @fasdunited #FASD Research Conference to Discus the importance of a Human Rights based approach in managing the barriers that individuals will face throughout their lifespan. Lets drive prevention through awareness, understanding and support
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Please assist NOFASD by completing a quick online survey. There are just 9 quesions and we value your feedback. It closes on Monday so please take a couple of minutes now to provide your anonymous feedback about some of the resources we provide.
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In this video from UK organisation Me & My FASD, they chat with Rossi, a make up artist with FASD & contestant in the BBC/Netflix TV show 'Glow Up'. Rossi discusses a strategy to assist people with #FASD when they are becoming upset.
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