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Could AI Help Doctors Spot Risky Drinking Habits?

 
“A study suggests that artificial intelligence might help increase the chance that people with risky drinking patterns or signs of alcohol use disorder will get the outreach and help they need. That’s important, because only about 10% of people who qualify for the diagnosis of AUD have actually gotten help in the past year.”

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NCSACW’s Webinar on FASD: Data, Systems, and Strategies for Change

 

 Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: Data, Systems, and Strategies for Change

January 21, 2026 2:00 pm ET


“This free 1-hour session from the National Center on Substance Abuse and Child Welfare (NCSACW) explores FASD through the statutory lens of the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA) and will review shared responsibilities across health care, child welfare, education, substance use treatment, and other systems, while also examining community norms that influence prevention and intervention.”

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Prenatal Alcohol Exposure: Impact on Neuroimmune Function in the Stress Response and Pain

 

“In an effort to contextualize central nervous system (CNS) processing of stress and resultant mood disorders that are exacerbated by PAE, this review outlines the fundamentals of the neurocircuitry of stress from the perspective of the central autonomic network (CAN).”
- Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology
 
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January is National Birth Defects Prevention/Awareness Month

 

 
Prevention and Healthy Pregnancy Tips
While not all birth defects are preventable, health organizations emphasize five key steps to increase
the chances of a healthy pregnancy: 
  • Folic Acid: Take 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic acid every day to help prevent major defects of the developing baby’s brain and spine.
  • Medical Care: See a healthcare professional regularly, especially when planning a pregnancy, to manage chronic conditions like diabetes and review medications.
  • Vaccinations: Stay up to date with vaccines, including the flu shot and COVID-19 vaccine, to prevent infections that can harm a developing baby.
  • Lifestyle Choices: Avoid alcohol, tobacco, and recreational drugs, which can lead to serious complications and long-term health issues for the infant.
  • Healthy Weight: Maintain a healthy weight through a balanced diet to reduce the risk of certain structural defects. 
 
Prevention Resources:
 
ACOG
CDC
MotherToBaby
National Birth Defects Awareness Month
 
 
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January is Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month

 

 
“January is Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month. This year's theme: "Treatment Works! Find the Path that Works for You," emphasizes that recovery is achievable with the right treatment and support system. Check out the Treatment Month toolkit and participate in this upcoming campaign.”
 
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Pilot Project on Physical Activity in Adolescents with FASD

 

 
“This project will study how active adolescents with FASD are and how their activity levels relate to thinking skills, emotions, and outside factors like family and community support.” 

The project is lead by Jessica Baker at the Department of Psychology at San Diego State University, with community partner the Center for Better Beginnings.
 
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