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 If you have not yet had a chance to submit your testimony to the US Senate in support of increased FASD funding, you have until May 22nd at 6:00 PM Eastern. 

The incredible advocacy of the FASD community got the FASD Respect Act passed in 2025, but passing a law and funding its programs are two different things. Right now, the US Senate is deciding how to spend money in 2027, and you can have a direct impact on how the Senate funds FASD programs. 

FASD United has made it easy: we have written the testimony and provided instructions for submission. All you have to do is add your voice and send it in.

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“This episode, developed through a collaboration between FASD United, the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Family Physicians, and the Medical Assistant Partnership for Healthy Pregnancies and Families at the University of Nevada, Reno, features expert perspectives from Douglas Waite, MD, FAAP; Roxanne Chang, MD, FAAP; Jeffrey Quinlan, MD, FAAFP; and Sandra Gonzalez, LCSW, PhD, and is hosted by Sarah Brown, MPH. Together, these healthcare professionals offer an evidence‑based overview of prenatal alcohol use (PAE) and FASDs across the lifespan.

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 “A growing body of research suggests that alcohol alters sperm DNA in ways that can persist for months, with potential consequences for fetal development that have largely been overlooked.”

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This article is written by Diana Ling and Anna Mangum, key members of CDC’s National Partner Network (NPN) through the program “Engaging Social Workers in Preventing Alcohol- and Other Substance-Exposed Pregnancies.”  The article states, “Social workers can take a leading role in women’s health—and help prevent FASDs—by implementing universal alcohol SBIRT. More than 40 years of research shows alcohol screening and brief intervention works to reduce risky alcohol use.”

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FASD United affiliate member Proof Alliance’s 2025 Impact Report is now available on their website. “The report highlights a year of meaningful growth made possible through strong partnerships, expanded programming, and a shared commitment to preventing prenatal alcohol exposure and supporting individuals and families impacted by FASD.”

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  “Moderate-to-severe anxiety, depression, PTSD, and alcohol use during pregnancy were associated with reduced neonatal head circumference. These findings underscore the importance of early screening and intervention for maternal mental health and alcohol use.”

- BMC Pregnancy Childbirth

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