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New York Times: Even a Little Alcohol Can Harm Your Health

 

“Sorry to be a buzz-kill, but that nightly glass or two of wine is not improving your health.  After decades of confusing and sometimes contradictory research, the picture is becoming clearer: Even small amounts of alcohol can have health consequences.”

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January Webinar Series from Formed Families Forward

 

 

Webinar Series from Formed Families Forward
“This annual winter webinar series features presenters and panelists focused on the identification and treatment of FASDs in children, youth and young adults. Webinars are on Tuesday evenings Jan 17, 24 and 31, from  7 – 8 PM.”  Webinars are: Addressing Challenges Faced by Students with an FASD Diagnosis, Interdisciplinary Diagnosis and Interventions for FASDs, and Preventing Secondary Characteristics of FASD: What Does the Research Say?

 

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Blog: "Prevention Conversation: A Shared Responsibility"

 

This blog and podcast features “The Prevention Conversation, an online training program for health and social service providers to increase their knowledge about alcohol and other substance use in pregnancy.”

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Early Alcohol Exposure Alters Embryonic Gene Expression

 

 “Alcohol exposure in early pregnancy can change gene function during the tightly regulated embryonic development, and consequently cause developmental disorders – especially neurodevelopmental disorders.”

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Couple Plans to Turn Historic Church Camp Into FASD Community

 “One local couple has a dream: to one day soon turn a historic Topeka, Kansas church camp into an independent living community for young adults with FASD.  “This property is amazing,” Kat Meinhardt said. “Meinhardt is president and CEO of the newly created non-profit Dream Acres.”

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https://dreamacresfasdcommunity.org/

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Effectiveness of Digital Interventions for Preventing Alcohol Consumption in Pregnancy

 

“Overall, our review highlights the potential for digital interventions to prevent alcohol consumption among pregnant women and women planning to become pregnant.”
Journal of Medical Internet Research

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