The ARC of New Jersey has published the August/September issue of Prevention Counts.

In this issue, you will find:

* International FAS Day is September 9 (09/09) for 9 months alcohol free. If you see our ads in your local papers let us know.
* Upcoming Research on FASD
* August is Immunization Awareness Month: Are You Up-to-Date?
* US Department of Agriculture has launched a newly revised campaign for better nutrition.
* Lastly, but really important, you will have an opportunity to update your information in our records.

By all means, pass this newsletter as a resource to your clients, coworkers, family members, and friends.  We want to continue the STRONG statewide effort of prevention in New Jersey and your participation is vital!

Read this exciting Prevention Counts issue NOW.

NOFAS Weekly Roundup – Volume 2, Issue 31

The NOFAS Weekly Roundup features news articles, research, event
announcements, new materials and other highlights from around the world
of FASD. The Roundup also includes the latest news from NOFAS and a link
to the Calendar of Events page on the NOFAS website.

FEATURES

NOFAS Hosts Luncheon with Senator Jack Reed

U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) joined NOFAS recently to discuss FASD
legislation and other congressional activities.

Rusty Walking Eagle Receives the Dr. Erin Frey Advocacy Award

Rusty Walking Eagle, a substance abuse counselor from Virginia, gives an
emotional speech after being presented with the first Dr. Erin Frey
Advocacy Award at the 2011 NOFAS Leadership Awards Benefit. The award is
given in memory of former NOFAS Program Director, Dr. Erin Frey.  Kathy
Mitchell presents the award, along with members of the award selection
committee.

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The Friends of NOFAS is a network of individuals who support our mission
to prevent alcohol-related birth defects and support children and adults
living with FASD. As a member, you will receive discounts on NOFAS
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

NOFAS Profile: Paul Joles of Orchids FASD Services Wisconsin
<http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSPft98La94&feature=youtu.be&hd=1>

Paul Joles, Director of new NOFAS Affiliate, Orchids FASD Services,
Inc., discusses his inspiration for starting the organization with other
parents of children with FASD.  He also discusses his creative
fundraising techniques, including holding a square dance and raising
money through gumball machine sales.

NOFAS Profile: Judy Struck of NOFAS South Dakota
<http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mi3sMN23HDo&feature=youtu.be&hd=1>

Judy Struck of NOFAS South Dakota discusses how she first got involved
in the FASD field and talks about her organization’s support of a
diagnostic clinic and parent education class.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

NOFAS Weekly Roundup – Volume 2, Issue 30

The NOFAS Weekly Roundup features news articles, research, event
announcements, new materials and other highlights from around the world
of FASD. The Roundup also includes the latest news from NOFAS and a link
to the Calendar of Events page on the NOFAS website.

FEATURES

Alcohol Research & Health – Volume 34, Issue 1

Features on FASD from NIAAA featuring experts Dr. Phil May, Dr. Kenneth
Warren, Dr. Claire Coles, Dr. Edward Riley and more.

Articles, NIAAA, Summer 2011

North Dakota Couple Raised Four Children with Disabilities

The story of the Mohns’ of Fargo, North Dakota and their life with two
children with FAS.

Article, Atlantic Highlands Herald, August 1, 2011

Indian Country teens gather in Santa Fe for summit to focus on tribes’
toughest issues

Morgan Fawcett speaks to young Native American teens about his life with
FASD.

Article, The Republic, July 27, 2011

NOFAS

NOFAS Profile: Paul Joles of Orchids FASD Services Wisconsin

Paul Joles, Director of new NOFAS Affiliate, Orchids FASD Services,
Inc., discusses his inspiration for starting the organization with other
parents of children with FASD.  He also discusses his creative
fundraising techniques, including holding a square dance and raising
money through gumball machine sales.

NOFAS Profile: Judy Struck of NOFAS South Dakota

Judy Struck of NOFAS South Dakota discusses how she first got involved
in the FASD field and talks about her organization’s support of a
diagnostic clinic and parent education class.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Tamiflu is in a class of medications called neuraminidase inhibitors. These

drugs work by stopping the spread of the influenza (flu) virus in the body.

Genentech, the manufacturer of Tamiflu for oral suspension, plans to begin

distribution of the new 6 mg/mL product in July 2011. The company has instituted

a voluntary Take Back Program for wholesale buyers, distributors and pharmacies

to remove the 12 mg/mL product from the marketplace. The 12 mg/mL product

will remain in the marketplace and in state or national stockpiles until

current supplies expire.

RECOMMENDATION: It is important

for healthcare professionals to be aware that a patient may potentially

receive either concentration (6 mg/mL or 12 mg/mL) from their pharmacy

during the next influenza season (2011-2012). Steps should be taken to

avoid the potential for a medication error due to confusion between the

two concentrations. Prescribers should include the new concentration (6

mg/mL) and dose in milliliters on all prescriptions for Tamiflu for oral

suspension.

Healthcare professionals and patients

are encouraged to report adverse events or side effects related to the

use of these products to the FDA’s MedWatch Safety Information and Adverse

Event Reporting Program:

* Complete and submit the report Online:

www.fda.gov/MedWatch/report.htm

* Download form or call 1-800-332-1088

to request a reporting form, then complete and return to the address on

the pre-addressed form, or submit by fax to 1-800-FDA-0178

Read the MedWatch safety alert, including a link to the Drug Safety Communication

A recently released guide from the Centers of Disease Control  details minimum expectations for safe care and  recommends every practice
identify an infection prevention leader.
Medical care in outpatient settings has surged in recent years, yet in many cases, adherence to standard infection prevention practices in outpatient settings is lacking.

To protect patients and help educate clinicians about minimum expectations of safe care, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention today released a new, concise guide and checklist specifically for health care providers in outpatient care settings such as endoscopy clinics, surgery centers, primary care offices, and pain management clinics.

Read more about this guide and how to obtain it today!

EFNEP helps limited-resource families and youth improve their eating behaviors and contributes to other personal development skills through behaviorally focused nutrition education. The program is administered by Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES) Cooperative Extension, and is supported by USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) Smith- Lever funds

Located in Essex, County New Jersey, you can get more information by clicking directly on this link.

This is a must have resource for anyone dealing with families with limited resources.

As part of the work of New Jersey’s Learn the Signs. Act Early. team, the Governor’s Council on the Prevention of Developmental Disabilities provided support to have the following CDC Learn the Sign. Act Early. materials translated into Arabic, Korean, and Portuguese:

·        Developmental Screening Fact Sheet (a fact sheet that contains information for parents about developmental screenings)
·        Milestone Informational Card  (this includes some key milestones from 7 months to 4 years of age and questions parents can ask their child’s doctor)
·        Tips for Talking with Parents (a tip sheet to help early educators and childcare providers share concerns about a child with the parent)
These are available for free downloading from the CDC’s Learn the Signs. Act Early. website

New Jersey’s Learn the Signs. Act Early. state team is facilitated by The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities, NJ’s University Center of Excellence in Developmental Disabilities.  For more information about this initiative, contact Kathy Roberson at kathy.roberson@umdnj.edu or 732-235-931

Click on this link and get immediate downloads for fact sheets, growth charts plus more that will help you Know the signs of a developmental disability and act early.