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16/10/2017

New FASD Materials Published

The National Organisation for Foetal Alcohol Syndrome-UK (NOFAS-UK) has published new materials designed to increase awareness about the risk of prenatal exposure to alcohol.

The advice, which are provided free of charge, include posters and a pre-release version of a booklet, which explains how to identify possible cases of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD).

Sandra Butcher, Chief Executive, NOFAS-UK, said that the materials have been aimed at GPs because they have heard from many who believe they did not receive adequate education on this issue.

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It is understood midwives can also use the posters to promote awareness of drinking alcohol in pregnancy.


Recently, a NOFAS-UK/OnePoll survey polled 150 GPs in England. The results revealed that just 31% had in-depth education regarding FASD, while 41% had not received clear guidance regarding a pathway for diagnosis and support of FASD. Only 23% strongly agreed that they feel confident that all those with FASD are being diagnosed properly.

The new materials will be available on the NOFAS-UK website here from this week.

(JP)

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"The National Organisation for Foetal Alcohol Syndrome-UK (NOFAS-UK) has published new materials designed to increase awareness about the risk of prenatal exposure to alcohol."