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The FASD community worldwide thanks Prof Larry Burd for helping people with FASD not only to be seen but to be better understood and better supported. His research has given us all solid foundations to continue this life-changing work. With best wishes for a well earned and happy retirement!
August 31, 2025 at 7:14 AM
An article in The Telegraph, 30 July 2025 focuses on a new book by Meryle Secrest that raises questions about whether or not Princess Margaret may have had Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.

Our statement and further background information can be found here: nationalfasd.org.uk/statement_on...
July 30, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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Greater Manchester FASD Network doing a great job at connecting stakeholders across Greater Manchester with lived experience being at the core of what they do - making an impact to promote better outcomes for individuals with FASD. #FASDUK2025 @sb-fasd.bsky.social @nationalfasd.bsky.social
June 10, 2025 at 11:23 AM
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Hearing from @nationalfasd.bsky.social about the lack of action on PAE and FASD by NHS trusts and ICBs throughout the UK despite the NICE quality guidelines.
June 10, 2025 at 2:26 PM
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Amazing coverage of the struggles faced by people with FASD on Radio Five Live just now @bbc5live.bsky.social From @nationalfasd.bsky.social @sb-fasd.bsky.social + Jan and Rossi 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼There is a desperate need for more support for children and adults living with the condition in the UK.
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June 9, 2025 at 10:35 AM
National FASD’s CEO Sandy Butcher was joined by other families impacted by #FASD on BBC Five Live to honour #RATW star Sam Gardiner’s family’s efforts to raise awareness following his tragic death. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... (starts at 60 min)To donate: www.justgiving.com/page/sam-gar...
Nicky Campbell - Is social media a danger to kids? Plus your experience of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder - BBC Sounds
Is social media a danger to kids? Plus your experience of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.
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June 9, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Great day at the South Yorkshire #FASD Summit!! A creative forward-looking day organised by a multidisciplinary steering group announcing new resources, brainstorming for next steps & including lived experiences 👏👏 Thanks for inviting our CEO! @sheffieldchildrens.bsky.social
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May 23, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Parents to be, enjoy this summer season safely by choosing an alcohol free pregnancy ☀️⁠

For more information visit: www.alcoholandpregnancy.info

#PreventFASD #Pregnancy #FasdAware #WhyRiskIt #Pregnant #Parentstobe #Pregnancyplanning #Mumtobe #Pregnancysupport #Maternity #TTC #FASD
May 20, 2025 at 2:41 PM
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⏰Last few tickets still available for our conference!⏰We're over the moon with the quality of speakers we have lined up and to be close to selling out😀If you know anyone interested in Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder or working with children and adults with the condition, please share #FASDUK2025 #UK
May 15, 2025 at 9:24 AM

The reduction in #ASGSF will have a significant negative impact. It is increasingly urgent that #NHS bodies commission #FASD diagnosis and support and that Government establish an FASD Prevention and Response Fund equivalent to 0.2% of the alcohol duty.

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National FASD Responds to ASGSF Cuts
National FASD calls for funding and NHS commissioning of FASD diagnosis and support following changes in Adoption & Special Guardianship Support Fund (ASGSF).
nationalfasd.org.uk
April 15, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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Interested in the latest research on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder? 🔴FASD🔴
Join us in June, in Greater Manchester UK.
Link to get tickets in the comments..
April 4, 2025 at 9:11 AM
It's Mothering Sunday.🌸 🌷We know mothering takes many forms and none of it is ever simple. We see you. We celebrate you. We stand with you. #FASD #Hope
March 30, 2025 at 12:36 PM
National FASD is increasingly alarmed that the futures of people with #FASD are being put at greater risk by changing priorities and cuts in support proposed by the Government. Please read our full statement here and share if you agree: nationalfasd.org.uk/wp-content/u...
#Benefits #SEND #DHSC #DWP
March 19, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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It's been 6 months since @nationalfasd.bsky.social published the #FASDNotCommissioned Report which highlighted the lack of progress in meeting NICE QS 204 by NHS Trusts and ICBs across the UK.
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We applaud those areas who have taken positive steps since this report.
March 10, 2025 at 11:26 AM
Another study proving #FASD is a hidden epidemic that is not yet properly captured official data.
March 11, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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Our latest paper, which provides a broad overview of #FASD past and current research and future directions, is out now in full - www.minervamedica.it/en/journals/...

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Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders: where we have come from, trends, and future directions - Minerva Pediatrics 2025 February;77(1):68-86
Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders: where we have come from, trends, and future directions
www.minervamedica.it
February 20, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Good to see Government recognising the importance of support for and diagnosis of #FASD and the role that schools should play. 👏❤️📚#SEND #SENCO We can help with training and have an education toolkit ✅

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Online and in-person FASD training - National FASD
Elevate your FASD awareness with our specialised training. Equip yourself to support those affected. Join us in making a positive impact today!
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February 20, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Hello Bluesky! We are pleased to be here. And what better way to say hello than to forward this notice of a fantastic opportunity for people to explore #FASDintheUK2025. National FASD is proud to cosponsor this upcoming event! #FASD
Hello world! What better way to inaugurate my new Bluesky account than by posting a flier for the next UK FASD research conference, to be held at University of Salford in on 10 June 2025 @robynmccarthy.bsky.social @sb-fasd.bsky.social @roisinschofield.bsky.social @uos-health-society.bsky.social
January 21, 2025 at 10:57 AM