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FASD in practice: what the evidence means for services in the NT

Kim Morris — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 08:22:32 +0000

In this webinar, Professor Elizabeth Elliott explores FASD, how it presents across the lifespan, the importance of early identification and intervention, Australia’s policy response, and the latest research informing clinical practice and service delivery, with a focus on implications for the Northern Territory.

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Developer — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 03:51:39 +0000

Blending Aboriginal and Western wisdoms, taking a healing-informed approach, and facilitating two-way learning at a grass roots level are keys to improving outcomes for Aboriginal communities living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), according to a new study. Nicole Hewlett, lead author and researcher at the University of Queensland, explains how the Australian FASD Indigenous framework offers hope and healing for all Australians living with FASD.

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Research Spotlight: Working to prevent prenatal alcohol exposure ft. Dr Rebecca Pedruzzi

Developer — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 23:45:26 +0000

Meet Dr Rebecca Pedruzzi from the Telethon Kids Institute, whose research goal is to ensure women and their families are supported through effective public health campaigns to make the decision not to drink during pregnancy.

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A conversation with Professor Carol Bower: Shining a Light on FASD

Developer — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 23:45:25 +0000

Emeritus Professor Carol Bower is a leading FASD researcher. In this video she looks back at her career so far and shares her words of wisdom for early and emerging researchers.

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Research Spotlight: Misuse of evidence and downplaying harms – unpacking assertions of the alcohol industry ft. Dr Cassandra Wright

Developer — Wed, 20 Mar 2024 23:44:38 +0000

Research has uncovered the tactics commonly used by alcohol industries in order to manipulate evidence, misrepresent the harms of alcohol, and influence public health policy for their own gains. Senior Research Fellow at Menzies School of Health Research, and a member of the FASD Hub Advisory Group Dr Cassandra Wright outlines the need for close scrutiny of this harmful industry and curtail their influence on public health policy.

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Research Spotlight: One Drink campaign proves efficacy in supporting the reduction of alcohol use in pregnancy ft. Prof Simone Pettigrew

Developer — Mon, 26 Feb 2024 23:44:40 +0000

The ‘One Drink’ campaign aims to increase awareness that there is no safe amount or time to drink alcohol during pregnancy. Evaluation outcomes have been published in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health proving the advertising campaign created significant awareness.

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Research Spotlight: Empowering health professionals to support pregnant women through evidence-based care ft. Dr Emma Doherty

Developer — Sun, 14 Jan 2024 23:44:47 +0000

The guidance and care provided by health professionals during pregnancy is paramount. Dr Emma Doherty, Research Fellow from the University of Newcastle in the Hunter New England Local Health District, explains how her research on effective strategies allows health professionals to better support pregnant women in antenatal visits.

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FASD Hub Webinar: Mandatory Alcohol Labelling – A long fought battle. Now what’s next?

Developer — Sun, 13 Aug 2023 23:44:52 +0000

Join our expert panel as we celebrate the successful collaboration of researchers, advocates, community and government in the creation of mandatory alcohol labelling laws. We examine the underpinning evidence-base, as well as processes undertaken for consultation and implementation. We explore the impact of this and other allied policies in reducing alcohol harms in communities, and hear from a mother with lived experience of raising a child with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. Finally, we’ll take a look at what’s next for reducing the risk of prenatal alcohol exposure and FASD across Australia .

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