Indiana Alliance on Prenatal Substance Exposure

Indiana Alliance on Prenatal Substance Exposure Educates the public about the risk of prenatal exposure to alcohol & other substances known to harm fetal development.

Supports individuals & families living with FASD, NAS & other substance related disabilities through a range of diverse initiatives. Common links to our site: https://linktr.ee/indiananofas

🔬 New research in the Journal of Addiction Medicine examined thousands of U.S. maternal–infant records and found that pr...
01/30/2026

🔬 New research in the Journal of Addiction Medicine examined thousands of U.S. maternal–infant records and found that prenatal fentanyl exposure has increased sharply over the past decade. While most infants had no unusual physical findings, a small number showed rare features that were more common among those exposed to fentanyl. Researchers emphasize these findings are uncommon and that more research is needed to better understand potential impacts of prenatal fentanyl exposure.
👉️ Learn more: https://shorturl.at/T1zvd

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🔬 Nuevas investigaciones en el Journal of Addiction Medicine examinaron miles de registros materno-infantiles en EE. UU. y encontraron que la exposición prenatal al fentanilo ha aumentado de forma significativa durante la última década. Aunque la mayoría de los bebés no presentó hallazgos físicos inusuales, un pequeño número mostró características poco comunes que fueron más frecuentes entre quienes estuvieron expuestos al fentanilo. Los investigadores enfatizan que estos hallazgos son poco frecuentes y que se necesita más investigación para comprender mejor los posibles impactos de la exposición prenatal al fentanilo.
👉️ Más información: https://shorturl.at/T1zvd

📢 The FASD Self-Advocate Guide, developed by FASD United, is now available!  The guide is a research-backed, living expe...
01/27/2026

📢 The FASD Self-Advocate Guide, developed by FASD United, is now available! The guide is a research-backed, living experience informed, strengths focused resource.
It is meant to be FOR individuals with FASD not just about them or for their families. This guide is a culmination of numerous individuals' hard work - importantly including a review committee of some wonderful individuals with FASD, whose voices actively make the tool better!
👉️ Access the guide: https://fasdunited.org/the-fasd-self-advocate-guide/

👶 As part of Birth Defects Awareness Month, the CDC shared updated national estimates showing that about 1 in 33 babies ...
01/20/2026

👶 As part of Birth Defects Awareness Month, the CDC shared updated national estimates showing that about 1 in 33 babies in the U.S. is born with a birth defect, affecting roughly 3% of live births each year. These updated prevalence estimates draw from state-based surveillance data and help public health officials, healthcare providers, and researchers better understand how common different birth defects are, monitor trends over time, and plan services and supports for affected children and families.
👉️ Learn more: https://shorturl.at/efaxq

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👶 Como parte del Mes de Concientización sobre los Defectos de Nacimiento, los CDC compartieron estimaciones nacionales actualizadas que muestran que aproximadamente 1 de cada 33 bebés en los Estados Unidos nace con un defecto de nacimiento, lo que afecta a cerca del 3% de los nacimientos vivos cada año. Estas estimaciones de prevalencia actualizadas se basan en datos de vigilancia a nivel estatal y ayudan a funcionarios de salud pública, proveedores de atención médica y investigadores a comprender mejor cuán comunes son los diferentes defectos de nacimiento, monitorear tendencias a lo largo del tiempo y planificar servicios y apoyos para los niños y las familias afectadas.
👉️ Más información: https://shorturl.at/efaxq

📈 Rates of opioid use in pregnancy have more than doubled, OHSU study finds. Researchers emphasize urgent need for acces...
01/09/2026

📈 Rates of opioid use in pregnancy have more than doubled, OHSU study finds. Researchers emphasize urgent need for accessible, wraparound health care for mothers, families.

Learn more: https://news.ohsu.edu/2025/12/23/rates-of-opioid-use-in-pregnancy-have-more-than-doubled-ohsu-study-finds
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📈 Las tasas de consumo de opioides durante el embarazo se han más que duplicado, según un estudio de OHSU. Los investigadores enfatizan la necesidad urgente de atención médica integral y accesible para madres y familias.

Más información: https://news.ohsu.edu/2025/12/23/rates-of-opioid-use-in-pregnancy-have-more-than-doubled-ohsu-study-finds

📢 A warning about heavy cannabis use for pregnant women!Mallar Chakravarty of the Douglas Research Centre finds heavy ca...
01/07/2026

📢 A warning about heavy cannabis use for pregnant women!
Mallar Chakravarty of the Douglas Research Centre finds heavy cannabis use by pregnant women can affect a child's brain development.
Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KX_LvHit2PI

Substance Use Disorder   highlights treatment options, pathways to recovery, and supporting others in need. Check out ou...
01/06/2026

Substance Use Disorder highlights treatment options, pathways to recovery, and supporting others in need. Check out our toolkit and spread the word: samhsa.gov/treatment
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El Mes del Tratamiento del Trastorno por Consumo de Sustancias destaca las opciones de tratamiento, los caminos hacia la recuperación y la importancia de apoyar a quienes lo necesitan. Consulta nuestro kit de herramientas y corre la voz: samhsa.gov/treatment

🎙️ New episode of Living with FASD! Host Patti Kasper sits down with Dr. William Curran to explore his journey into Feta...
12/17/2025

🎙️ New episode of Living with FASD! Host Patti Kasper sits down with Dr. William Curran to explore his journey into Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and the impact of prenatal alcohol exposure on child welfare.

💡 Dr. Curran shares his innovative 5-step model for supporting kids with FASD, shifting focus from diagnosis to functional, individualized care.

👥 Tune in for insights on systemic challenges, compassionate support, and why advocacy matters. A must-listen for caregivers, social workers, and anyone passionate about child welfare.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wl7c_YifT2I

❄️ Stay Warm This Winter, Indiana ❄️As bitter cold weather sets in, warming centers are opening across the state to prov...
12/15/2025

❄️ Stay Warm This Winter, Indiana ❄️
As bitter cold weather sets in, warming centers are opening across the state to provide safe, warm places for those in need.

📍 Find a warming center near you through Indiana 211:
📞 Call 2-1-1 or 1-866-211-9966 (Mon–Fri, 8am–6pm)
💬 Text your ZIP code to 898-211 (Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm)
💻 Search online at IN211.org

Know of a warming center that should be added? Email in211database@fssa.in.gov to help keep information up to date.

Please share to help spread the word and keep our communities safe this winter 💙
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❄️ Mantente abrigado este invierno, Indiana ❄️
Con la llegada del frío intenso, se están abriendo centros de calentamiento en todo el estado para brindar espacios seguros y cálidos a quienes lo necesiten.

📍 Encuentra un centro de calentamiento cerca de ti a través de Indiana 211:
📞 Llama al 2-1-1 o al 1-866-211-9966 (lun–vie, 8 a. m.–6 p. m.)
💬 Envía tu código postal por texto al 898-211 (lun–vie, 8 a. m.–5 p. m.)
💻 Busca en línea en IN211.org

¿Conoces un centro de calentamiento que deba agregarse? Envía un correo a in211database@fssa.in.gov para ayudar a mantener la información actualizada.

Por favor, comparte para ayudar a difundir la información y mantener a nuestras comunidades seguras este invierno 💙

🔎 A new UK study reveals that alcohol-free and low-alcohol drinks are now a go-to choice for pregnant women seeking safe...
12/11/2025

🔎 A new UK study reveals that alcohol-free and low-alcohol drinks are now a go-to choice for pregnant women seeking safer social options. However, many remain uncertain about how safe they actually are, as guidance from healthcare professionals is still inconsistent.
Learn more: https://shorturl.at/Pi9ED

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🔎 Un nuevo estudio del Reino Unido revela que las bebidas sin alcohol y de bajo contenido alcohólico se han convertido en una opción popular para las mujeres embarazadas que buscan alternativas sociales más seguras. Sin embargo, muchas siguen sin estar claras sobre si realmente son seguras, ya que las recomendaciones de los profesionales sanitarios siguen siendo inconsistentes.
Más información: https://shorturl.at/Pi9ED

📢 We invite you to attend FASD UNCOVERED, a powerful 3-session training series. Join us virtually to deepen your underst...
12/10/2025

📢 We invite you to attend FASD UNCOVERED, a powerful 3-session training series. Join us virtually to deepen your understanding about PAE and FASD and make a real impact!
Let’s raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support families and professionals with the tools they need.
👉️ Register: https://shorturl.at/Pljiu

🚨 New data is alarming: alcohol‑related deaths in the U.S. have spiked — and women are being hit hardest. Between 1999 a...
12/09/2025

🚨 New data is alarming: alcohol‑related deaths in the U.S. have spiked — and women are being hit hardest. Between 1999 and 2024, overall deaths tied to drinking rose by nearly 90%. Even more shocking: alcohol‑induced deaths among women aged 25‑34 increased by 255%.

As holiday celebrations ramp up, it’s a reminder to check in on loved ones — and remember that for some, a drink can be dangerous. Let’s look out for each other. 💛
https://shorturl.at/W2NyA

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🚨 Nuevos datos son alarmantes: las muertes relacionadas con el alcohol en los Estados Unidos se han disparado — y las mujeres son las más afectadas. Entre 1999 y 2024, las muertes vinculadas al consumo de alcohol aumentaron casi un 90%. Aún más impactante: las muertes inducidas por alcohol entre mujeres de 25 a 34 años crecieron un 255%.

A medida que comienzan las celebraciones navideñas, es un recordatorio para acercarnos a nuestros seres queridos — y recordar que, para algunas personas, una bebida puede ser peligrosa. Cuidémonos unos a otros. 💛
https://shorturl.at/W2NyA

🌱🧠 McGill University researchers at the Douglas Research Center have found evidence that heavy cannabis use during pregn...
12/05/2025

🌱🧠 McGill University researchers at the Douglas Research Center have found evidence that heavy cannabis use during pregnancy can cause delays in brain development in the fetus that persist into adulthood.

💡 Learn more: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-11-heavy-cannabis-pregnancy-linked-disruption.html

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🌱🧠 Investigadores de la Universidad McGill en el Centro de Investigación Douglas han encontrado evidencia de que el consumo intenso de cannabis durante el embarazo puede causar retrasos en el desarrollo cerebral del feto que persisten hasta la adultez.

💡 Más información: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-11-heavy-cannabis-pregnancy-linked-disruption.html

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