Category: News
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Enroll in Study to Help Understand and Treat FASD and Earn $60 Incentive
DiG FASD (Dissecting the Genetic Contribution to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders), an ongoing clinical and genetic research study at the Indiana University School of Medicine, is seeking participants to help understand what makes each person with FASD unique and how genetics play a role in the effects of prenatal alcohol exposure. Anyone with an FASD…
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Today is GivingTuesday
GivingTuesday is a celebration of generosity where people from around the world donate their voice, time, money, and advocacy to the causes and organizations important to them. In the spirit of the giving season, please consider a contribution of any amount to FASD United in support of our shared commitment to the individuals and families…
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Who Are the 2021 FASD Stars?
Excitement is building for the December 3rd FASD United Circle of Stars celebration! Six shining stars amid a galaxy of deserving family members, advocates, scientists, professionals, and organizations will be revealed during Friday’s hour-long virtual event. For over 25 years, FASD United has recognized leading lights among us who study, speak out, and serve on…
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Take This Survey: Binge Drinking, Blackouts, FASD
How do you define common alcohol use terms such as hangover, heavy drinking, and a standard drink? Complete this five-minute, anonymous Alcohol Use Vocabulary Questionnaire. In collaboration with the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), a component of the National Institutes of Health, FASD United is interested in your perspective on terms commonly…
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Register to Attend the December 3 FASD United Circle of Stars, It’s Free!
The first FASD United Circle of Stars virtual awards celebration is Friday, December 3 at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Everyone is welcome and attendance is free. RSVP today to receive event updates and the Zoom link. Since 1993, FASD United has honored distinguished leaders who have served families living with FASD, advanced our understanding of…
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Survey Offers $40 Incentive for Parents Who Have Suspected Their Child Has FASD
November 30, 3021 Update: According to the U.S. Census Bureau this survey is now closed. The U.S. Census Bureau is looking for parents and caregivers of children age 0–17 to give their reactions and opinions about questions in a national survey about children’s health topics. Survey organizers are recruiting parents or caregivers with one or…
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Save the Date! FASD United Circle of Stars Virtual Celebration
Join FASD United and our honored guests on Friday, December 3, 2021, from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time for the 2021 Circle of Stars, a celebration of distinguished leaders in the FASD community. The fast-paced hour will highlight 30 years of NOFAS, preview the dynamic new FASD United era of service and support, feature…
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FASD Communities: Making a Difference for Disconnected Young Adults
By: Bonnie Miller Rubin Tucked into the rolling hills of southwest Wisconsin, you’ll find a sight as rare as a unicorn: A residence solely dedicated to young adults with FASD. The tidy ranch, nestled on almost five acres, is home to four young women, who are only too eager to show you around. There’s a…
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Authors Discuss Thier Recent Books on FASD
By: Bonnie Miller Rubin Fall is the season for launching new TV series, movies, and books — and the FASD world is no different. Three authors — with vastly different focuses — have added to the knowledge base, helping parents, teachers, and clinicians learn more about how to navigate this under-diagnosed and misunderstood disability. Natalie…
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We Are FASD United!
Dear Friends and Supporters, The NOFAS team is excited to share news heralding a dramatic step forward for our organization. We embark on a fourth decade as the national leader in fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) prevention, policy, family advocacy, and support with a powerful new name and a striking new logo. Today, September 30,…