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Peggy – Birth mother of a person with FASD

Watch the Video

Peggy is a long-time member of the NOFAS Circle of Hope/Birth Mother’s Network.
She talks about the love and acceptance she found by befriending other birth
mothers and the forgiveness she received from her own daughter.

NOFAS Welcomes William Edwards to the Tom and Linda Daschle FASD Hall of Fame

NOFAS recently inducted William Edwards, Deputy Public Defender with the Los
Angeles County Public Defender’s Office, to the Tom and Linda Daschle FASD Hall
of Fame for his important work in the field of criminal justice and FASD.

FEATURES

Foetuses abused in the womb – study

A soon-to-be-released study will reveal that women in New Zealand are four times
more likely to consume alcohol during pregnancy than mothers in the United
States, and are twice as likely to drink large quantities of alcohol.
Article, Stuff.co.nz, May 13, 2012

Connected by Phoenix Coyotes’ spirit

10-year-old Gabby Spurbeck has overcome great odds to survive FASD and now
shares her love of hockey with her favorite team, the Phoenix Coyotes.
Article, The Arizona Republic, May 13, 2012

Report Details Drug And Alcohol Use By Pregnant Women

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) recently
released a report on alcohol and drug use by pregnant women. The rate of alcohol
use by pregnant Caucasian and African American women was about 12%, higher than
Hispanic women with 7%.
Article, Red Orbit, May 11, 2012

Living, teaching fetal alcohol syndrome

The story of 11-year-old Noah Welch and his group “Prevent Fetal Alcohol
Syndrome with Noah.”
Article, Havasunnews.com, May 7, 2012

National Survey on Abuse of People with Disabilities

Dr. Nora Baladerian of the Disability and Abuse Project is conducting a survey
that focuses on “incidents of, response to, and attitudes about, abuse or crime
victimization of children and adults with disabilities.” Click on the link
above to take the survey.
Survey, Disability and Abuse Project, May 2012

FEATURES

Film about Preventable Birth Defects Subject of Christmas Release

Film maker Tom Monson brings together leading FASD experts for his new film
“Drug Wars Last Call, the Sobering Truth about Drinking During Pregnancy”.
Article, PRWeb, December 5, 2011

Fetal harm warnings likely for alcohol labels

Alcoholic beverages in New Zealand and Australia may soon carry alcohol and
pregnancy warning labels.
Article, New ZealandHerald, December 3, 2011

The sobering facts on fetal alcohol

Lawyer David Boulding discusses the impact of FASD on Canada at the second
annual Anishinabek G7, a gathering of Native leaders.
Article, The Sudbury Star, December 1, 2011

Pregnancy health dilemmas solved by our GP

Dr. Carol Cooper of the United Kingdom advises a pregnant woman that “2 units a
week is probably safe in the light of present knowledge.”
Article, Made for Mums, December 1, 2011

Fetal alcohol program takes unique cultural approach

Hazelden, an internationally renowned treatment center based in Minnesota, has
recently developed a parenting program that helps Native American families
affected by FASD.  NOFAS affiliate, Minnesota Organization on Fetal Alcohol
Syndrome (MOFAS) was vital in field testing the program.
Article, MinnPost.com, November 29, 2011

Prevention plays powerful role in fight against Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders

Dr. Ira Chasnoff of Children’s Research Triangle of Chicago, Illinois shares
results from the Nevada Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Project, involving
screening women seeking pregnancy related services.
Article, Reno Gazette Journal, November 28, 2011

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Editor: Brianna Montgomery, NOFAS Program Manager
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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

Wounded in the Womb


"Wounded in the Womb" special article series on FASD.  First articles
published feature an overview of FASD, the cost to society, personal
stories from mothers and children and information on FASD school
programs in Winnipeg.

Article, Winnipeg Free Press, February 26, 2011

Alcohol Consumption During Pregnancy; Prevalence and Provider Assessment 

Recent study from Co-Chair of the Maryland FASD Coalition, Dr. Diana
Cheng and her colleagues at the Center for Maternal and Child Health,
Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene indicate that nearly 8%
of mothers from Maryland reported consuming alcohol during the last 3
months of pregnancy.

Article, Obstetrics and Gynecology, February 2011

WHO Says Alcohol an Overlooked Killer, Calls for More Action

According to a recent report from the World Health Organization (WHO),
alcohol is "the world's third largest risk factor for disease and
disability," and is to blame for nearly four percent of deaths around
the world.

Article, JoinTogether.org, February 23, 2011

Register Now for Strong Women, Strong Families: Gender-Specific Support
for the Women of Hawaii

Join field leaders Dr. Ira Chasnoff, President of Children's Research
Triangle of Chicago, Illinois and Kathy Mitchell, MHS, LCADC, Vice
President and National Spokesperson for NOFAS for a series of
conferences to provide a basis for the development of substance abuse
treatment services and early childhood interventions that honor the
culture and special needs of women and their families.

Event Registration, NTI Upstream, February 22, 2011

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Join the Friends of NOFAS Network Today!

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
materials and events and a special gift just for signing up!  Join today
for a tax-deductible donation of only $25.00!

Help NOFAS Enhance the National and State Resource Directory

NOFAS would like your help in enhancing its National and State Resource
Directory.  If you have an online state resource directory or list of
resources that NOFAS can directly link to or if you have non-electronic
resources that you would like to share to be added to the directory,
please email Brianna at montgomery@nofas.org. 

Join NOFAS for the Metropolitan Washington, DC FASD Parent Support
Group!

NOFAS will be hosting a FASD parent support group meeting on Tuesday,
March 8 from 7-8:30pm at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring, MD.  Our
guest speaker will be Michael Mullenix of Seeking Equality, Empowerment,
and Community for People with Developmental Disabilities (SEEC).  Mr.
Mullenix will be speaking on "Using Technology to Increase Independence
and Achievements at Home, in the Workplace, and in the Community".
Please email Brianna at montgomery@nofas.org for more information.  

CALENDAR OF EVENTS  

Read the latest SAMHSA FASD Center for Excellence Update. Please share with others

• State alcohol consumption data for 2008

• A video called, “The Story of Iyal.” It gives an inside look at one family living with FASDs. This video is also featured at www.cdc.gov

• Easy-to-read information on diagnosis and treatments for children with FASDs

The FASD Center For Excellence has posted some updated news that will be of interest to parents and professionals.

Read this exciting compilation of news, research and annoucements.