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National FASD diagnostic tool to improve outcomes for kids

Australia's first national diagnostic tool for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) has been developed by researchers at The Kids Research Institute Australia and the U

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New test for FASD

Early intervention in child development problems caused by alcohol use in pregnancy has been made possible by The Kids Research Institute Australia’s work

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New study shows alcohol use ‘common’ during pregnancy

The Kids Research Institute Australia's Professor Carol Bower is not surprised by new research that shows alcohol use in pregnancy is 'common'.

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Greater justice for people with FASD

A study of the Western Australian justice system has identified that 85% of staff say responding to the needs of people with FASD is an issue in their work.

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No alcohol in pregnancy safest choice

Child health researchers are urging community support to help women avoid alcohol in pregnancy and if planning a pregnancy.

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Neuropsychological Aspects of Prevention and Intervention for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders in Australia

Barriers in addressing FASD in Australia include a drinking culture and large populations living in regional or remote communities with high risk populations.

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Graphomotor skills in children with prenatal alcohol exposure and fetal alcohol spectrum disorder: A population-based study in remote Australia

Few studies have examined graphomotor skills in children with prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE) or fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)

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Women's knowledge and attitudes regarding alcohol consumption in pregnancy: a national survey

Alcohol exposure in pregnancy is a common and modifiable risk factor for poor pregnancy and child outcomes.

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Caudal dysgenesis and sirenomelia-single centre experience suggests common pathogenic basis

Abnormally formed lower limbs with varying degrees of fusion are the major feature of sirenomelia whereas maldeveloped lower limbs without fusion are found in a