Category: News
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Learn With Liv: Internship at FASD United
As Liv interns at FASD United, she will be sharing the things she is learning and doing to inspire and explore FASD awareness through a public health lens. In her time with our organization, she will have opportunities to experience the roundedness of our programs, aid in important projects, and explore her understanding through reflection.…
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Celebrating National Nutrition Month: What To Know
National Nutrition Month is recognized by the US Food and Drug Administration every March when individuals are encouraged to look into their personal nutrition choices and become more educated on forming healthier habits to obtain proper nutrition. Although alcohol consumption during pregnancy is the main cause of FASD, poor nutrition can further exacerbate the development…
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Embracing Potential with Dr. Eric Flake: National Developmental Disabilities Month
March marks a significant time of recognition and advocacy as we celebrate National Developmental Disabilities Month. This annual observance provides a platform to raise awareness, promote inclusion, and celebrate the unique abilities and contributions of individuals with developmental disabilities. Throughout the month, communities, organizations, and individuals come together to foster understanding, support, and opportunities. To…
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Learn With Liv: Internship at FASD United
As Liv interns at FASD United, she will be sharing the things she is learning and doing to inspire and explore FASD awareness through a public health lens. In her time with our organization, she will have opportunities to experience the roundedness of our programs, aid in important projects, and explore her understanding through reflection.…
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National Caregiver’s Day: Interview with FASD United’s Laura Bousquet
As we close out February, we want to celebrate National Caregiver’s Day, February 16th. To do this, we celebrate Laura Bousquet, an extraordinary caregiver and advocate in the FASD community. With deep dedication, Laura navigates both her son’s journey with FASD and her own recent diagnosis, offering a unique dual perspective on the challenges and…
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FASD and American Heart Health Month
In February, we acknowledge American Heart Month and the connection between FASD and heart health. There are a handful of physical birth defects that can be associated with prenatal alcohol exposure, including vision, hearing, kidney, and bone problems.1 However, heart defects can be one of the most worrisome for individuals, parents, and medical professionals. A…
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Learn With Liv: Internship at FASD United
As Liv interns at FASD United, she will be sharing the things she is learning and doing to inspire and explore FASD awareness through a public health lens. In her time with our organization, she will have opportunities to experience the roundedness of our programs, aid in important projects, and explore her understanding through reflection.…
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FASD Research Conference Now Offering CE Credit Hours to Social Workers
For Immediate Release: February 15, 2024 Media Inquiries: [email protected] or 202-785-4585 FASD Research Conference Now Offering CE Credit Hours to Social Workers SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – Social workers may now receive continuing education contact hours by attending the 9th International Research Conference on Adolescents and Adults with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD), hosted by FASD United…
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Learn With Liv: Internship at FASD United
As Liv interns at FASD United, she will be sharing the things she is learning and doing to inspire and explore FASD awareness through a public health lens. In her time with our organization, she will have opportunities to experience the roundedness of our programs, aid in important projects, and explore her understanding through reflection.…
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Learn With Liv: Internship at FASD United
As Liv interns at FASD United, she will be sharing the things she is learning and doing to inspire and explore FASD awareness through a public health lens. In her time with our organization, she will have opportunities to experience the roundedness of our programs, aid in important projects, and explore her understanding through reflection.…