Accessing Birth Control in Indiana
5 Feb 2025
Over half of Indiana counties are considered contraception deserts, meaning communities that
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Indiana Nonprofit Promotes Awareness for Common, but Largely Undiagnosed Developmental Disability
23 Sep 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 23, 2024 Media Inquiry Contact: Jackie Franks, MPH,
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Empowering Voters with Disabilities: Tips for a Smooth Voting Experience
13 Sep 2024
Voting is a fundamental right and civic duty for all citizens, including
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Make Your Mark This FASD Awareness Month: Ways To Get Involved
5 Sep 2024
Indianapolis – Governor Eric Holcomb has proclaimed September 9, 2024, as Fetal
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Understanding the Connection: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, Substance Use Disorders, and Overdose Prevention
27 Aug 2024
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) are a group of conditions that can
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Cheers to a Refreshing Summer- One Refreshing Mocktail Sip at a Time!
2 May 2024
As the sun stretches its golden arms across the sky and the
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The Impact of Substance Use on Fetal Development: A Comprehensive Look
1 Feb 2024
By Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS Pregnancy is a critical period in
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Navigating the Legal System for Individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
11 Jan 2024
Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS FASD and Legal Implications Facing challenges with
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The FASD Respect Act Passes Senate HELP Committee in The Support Reauthorization Act
13 Dec 2023
The FASD Respect Act (S.1800) introduced by Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) and
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Warning: “Blackout Wednesday” is Coming – Prepare yourself to celebrate safely this holiday season.
17 Nov 2023
With the holidays right around the corner, we start to get excited
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Love is in the Air! Dating Someone with FASD: What you Need to Know
8 Feb 2023
By Jackie Franks, MPH The dating scene nowadays is like the
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Stars for Starla Youth Recognition Awards
28 Nov 2021
Nominate a Youth for a Star Award Stars for Starla recognizes that
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Remote Literacy Learning
24 Aug 2020
Often times, kids with an FASD struggle with reading, and many more
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Fostering Children and Youth with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
8 Aug 2020
The Coalition for Children, Youth and Families developed this document to help
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The FASD Success Show – A Podcast for Living
23 Mar 2020
The FASD Success show is a great online resource. This podcast is
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Stay-at-Home Guide for Kids with FASD
21 Mar 2020
Check out the following resource guide, full of creative ideas for your
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SUD and Pregnancy: A Guide for Mothers
28 Mar 2019
SUD and Pregnancy: A Guide for Mothers Pregnancy should be an exciting
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Do I have to wait to breastfeed my baby after consuming alcohol?
20 Feb 2019
Susan Elsworth, Director of INOFAS refers individuals to the Academy of Breastfeeding
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The Four Pillars of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Success
13 Jul 2018
THE FOUR PILLARS of FETAL ALCOHOL SPECTRUM DISORDER SUCCESS What Every Care
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How to Prepare for Your Child’s Health Supervision Visit
8 Jul 2018
When you parent a foster or adoptive child, it’s not always easy
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Parenting a Child with FASD
7 Jul 2018
Parenting a Child with FASD When a pregnant woman drinks alcohol, it
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Alcohol and pregnancy
2 May 2018
If you’re pregnant, you’ll need to think carefully about what is safe
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FASD Guidebook for Police Officers
21 Mar 2018
“Many specialists suggest that a significant number of individuals who come into
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Guidelines for Referral and Diagnosis
2 Mar 2018
Although several diagnostic schemes are available for diagnosis of FASDs, all 4
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Evaluating a Child for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
23 Feb 2018
Flow Diagram for Evaluation The Flow Diagram was devised to facilitate greater
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Opioids, Pregnancy and Neonatal Care Resources for Clinicians
29 Jan 2018
The National Institute on Drug Abuse maintains resources for clinicians to help them
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Prescription medicine during pregnancy
6 Dec 2017
The March of Dimes has prepared this overview regarding the use of
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Prescription opioids during pregnancy
4 Dec 2017
The March of Dimes has prepared this overview regarding the use of
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Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS)
1 Dec 2017
KEY POINTS NAS is a group of conditions caused when a baby
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Center for Disease Control: FASD
10 Jun 2017
The CDC has a wealth of information on FASD, including: Basic Information
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders FASD Toolkit
7 Jun 2017
The Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders FASD Toolkit was developed by AAP (American Academy
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