Key Indian Health Issues: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
Internet URL
http://www.npaihb.org/health_issues/fetal_alcohol_syndrome/ 
Sponsoring Agency
Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board
Description
Alcohol exposure during pregnancy can produce a spectrum of issues ranging from infant death to developmental, physical, cognitive and emotional delays. Studies reveal that many Native communities hold a high incidence of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs) which are 100 percent preventable.