Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
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Individual with FASD calls for less stigma at Saskatoon conference"There is so much shame and blame and stigma with FASD," said Myles Himmelreich, who lives with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.CanadaNov 7, 2023
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Saskatoon morning news rewind: Thursday, Sept. 7Here's a look back on who was on 'Global News Morning Saskatoon' for Thursday, Sept. 7.Sep 7, 2023
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Experts fear pandemic drinking habits could lead to a rise in fetal alcohol spectrum disorderMore stress and less support may have led more women of childbearing years to drink during the pandemic. And some experts suspect that could mean an increase in cases of FASD.HealthSep 14, 2021
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Judge says inmate with FASD had ‘hellish’ time in Manitoba jail'It is not hard to see why this vulnerable young man would be mentally worn out,' a provincial court judge wrote in a sentencing decision.CrimeMar 11, 2021
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FASD project seeks to diagnose Saskatchewan offenders, support better outcomesThe goal is to connect people with supports to keep them in the community and out of the criminal justice system.HealthMay 26, 2020
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Saskatchewan Foster Family Association responds to call for more supportIn response to a critical letter calling for more support for foster parents in Saskatchewan, the SFFA said existing supports are extensive.CanadaFeb 21, 2020
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Raising awareness about FASD in ReginaRegina's FASD Awareness Network hopes to change the conversation around Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder to encourage healthy, alcohol-free pregnanciesHealthSep 9, 2019
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Experts say FASD-focused court could be game-changer for ManitobansLawyers and judges say a new court set to open in Manitoba specifically for people with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder could be a game changer.FeaturesFeb 3, 2019
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Northern Saskatchewan program raises awareness of alcohol-related harmsNew funding is expanding a program that works to support positive change and reduce harms experienced through alcohol use in northern Saskatchewan.HealthNov 6, 2018
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First of its kind database aims to reveal how FASD affects CanadiansThe Canada FASD Research network has developed a first of its kind database to track FASD symptoms and necessary services, with the goal of better care.HealthJul 5, 2018
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