Raising awareness of NDpae FASD across Ireland. Supporting birth, foster, kinship and adoptive parents and young people affected by prenatal alcohol exposure.
Births in Ireland 2022 = 57,540
@ est 4.75% affected by #FASD
=2733 annually or
=1 in 20 or
=1 child in every primary class.
Gen population Ireland
= 5,149,139 (CSO, Apr 2022)
@ 4.75% est #FASDIrl prevalence = 244,584 people live with FASD
@DonnellyStephen @roinnslainte
Suicide continues to alarm across island of Ireland. Study ⬇️ highlights alcohol use as a substantive risk factor for death by suicide and underscores the importance of monitoring alcohol use among suicidal individuals and screening for suicidality among heavier alcohol users.
Calls for more awareness & support for Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder as new @RCSI_Irl research says Ireland has 3rd highest #FASD rate but lacks adequate services @drivetimerte@RTERadio1@FASDIreland
The irony within this link.. ⬇️
"If your child is diagnosed and treated early, they can learn to manage symptoms better"
2025 & we still await HSE FASD diagnostic pathway & delivery of FASD support services. #FASD#disability
This evening Leinster House is illuminated in the colour red to mark Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Day. #SeeForYourself#FASDAwarenessDay
New report shows alcohol remains Ireland’s largest drug problem by far. 73% of population consume alcohol compared to 7.3% using any illegal drugs. With 1 in 5 drinkers having an Alcohol Use Disorder, there is a clear need for a new vision around alcohol. alcoholireland.ie/press-rele…
Ireland estimated 3rd highest global rate of maternal alcohol use. HSE estimate prevalence of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder in Ireland at 2.8 - 7.4% of the population.
> Read the HSE position on Prevention of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD).
drugsandalcohol.ie/37703/1/h…
@ITletters 76 advocates call on govt to stay the course & introduce health info labels on alcohol products as planned. @MichealMartinTD@SimonHarrisTD have faced down ferocious industry lobbying in the past & must do so again now.
See full list here: alcoholireland.ie/take-actio…
Catch our recorded conversation with David Boulding – a retired lawyer who spent his career working with and advocating for individuals with #FASD - Premiering TONIGHT at 8pm on our Youtube channel: ow.ly/x7Kk50VyT8k
Heading to the Madrid FASD conference soon to present a poster session FASD Succession Planning for Parents and Caregivers. Really looking forward to meeting others on this journey and learning about the latest research that can light the way.
In the blink if an eye we made it to Class of 2024 Graduation. And made it as Prefect 🌟 Thanks to the tremendous support from @ErrigalCollege
Early support leads to better outcomes. @DonegalETB#FASDAwareness#FASDIrl
Exciting new free short-course opportunity in @UlsterUni for care experienced and adopted young people in Northern Ireland, focused on understanding early adversity and trauma, specifically for those considering a career in psychology, social work or community work. Come join us!
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@FASDIreland, the country’s first national FASD hub, is to be awarded €200,000 in government funding.
CanFASD congratulates Ireland on this accomplishment.
Canada can do better to support our citizens. Write to your MP and tell them we urgently need Bill S-253.
Congratulations to Ireland's @MaggieMayFASD on winning, 9th International Conference on Adolescents and Adults with FASD, Starfish Award for people who have made a real difference to the FASD community.
Well done Maggie 🌟 Safe home #Seattle @FASDChangeMakrs @FASDUnited
Poverty for people with FASD is not just about money but also about relational care and support, safe places to stay, people who accept you and then dignity in your own life. These should be the basics of what anyone can desire @FASDChangeMakrs