The federal government is stepping up efforts to stop Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder by addressing pregnancy drinking with $7 million in funding. Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder causes severe neurodevelopmental impairments as a result of brain damage from alcohol exposure in…
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Addressing A Pregnant Drinker
Posted in Industry News Tagged with: alcohol, booze, Drinking, FASD, foetal alcohol spectrum disorder, liquor, responsible service of alcohol, RSA
Clear Public Health Message – Abstain from Alcohol during Pregnancy
Despite the acceptable culture of pregnancy drinking which has prevailed in the past, the public health message is that zero alcohol is the only safe limit during pregnancy. Sadly many mixed messages about alcohol consumption during pregnancy have been spread…
Posted in Alcoholic Drinks Facts & Info Tagged with: alcohol, booze, Drinking, FASD, foetal alcohol spectrum disorder, liquor, responsible service of alcohol, RSA
Pregnancy Drinking Linked to Youth Deaths
WA’s Kimberley region is battling with the scourge of alcohol abuse, and that includes among pregnant women. Foetal alcohol spectrum disorder is a major problem in the area and has been linked to mental health problems and youth suicide. A…
Posted in Industry News Tagged with: alcohol, booze, Drinking, foetal alcohol spectrum disorder, liquor, pregnancy drinking, responsible service of alcohol, RSA
