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Resources about polysubstance use
Resources about polysubstance use
In response to feedback from members of AWHONN and NPWH, we have developed resources about fentanyl, opioids, and cannabis and how these substances might affect pregnancy. These resources are free for download and distributon.
AWHONN Insights: Alcohol & polysubstance use across the lifespan
AWHONN Insights: Alcohol & polysubstance use across the lifespan
Continuing the conversation started in 2024, research professionals from the University of Alaska Anchorage share their insights on the evolving landscape of polysubstance use across the lifespan and its complex implications for health care. Tune in to learn evidence-based strategies for screening and how to provide patient-centered treatment through innovative methods. Empathy, education, and open dialogue can transform lives in your nursing practice and enhance patient care.
Opioid flyers double-sided.pdfCannabis flyers double-sided.pdfFentanyl Facts_Flyer_Digital.pdfFentanyl and Pregnancy_Poster_Print.pdfIn this episode, members of the NPs, Midwives, and Nurses: Partnering to Prevent FASDs team, Lily Bastian and Alexandra Edwards, along with Gina Schumaker a self-advocate who experiences FASD and is also the current Vice-President of the Board of Directors for the Alaska Center for FASD, and Dr. Mary Dawn Koenig, AWHONN Board Member and Associate Professor at the University of Illinois Chicago College of Nursing, share their insights into how nurses and nurse-midwives can learn more about neurodiversity, living with an FASD, and implementing evidence-based care practices that reduce stigma and educate about the risks of substance and alcohol use.
Coming Events
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Partner resources and position statements
Partner resources and position statements
AWHONN has compiled peer-reviewed articles and other resources on alcohol use and alcohol-exposed pregnancies that can be used by women's health professionals to expand their own knowledge or better advise their patients.
Professional association position statements and recommendations (U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, ACNM, AWHONN, NPWH, ACOG, and others)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
FASD Resources provides links for families, educators, and other members of the community to treatment (including substance use treatment) and other supports.
Looking for other resources?
Looking for other resources?
Alaska Center for FASD - The Alaska Center for FASD has a range of resources for diagnosis and treatment as well as the stories of people who have an FASD.
FASD United - FASD United (formerly NOFAS) has a range of resources for individuals and families living with FASDs.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - CDC has resources on prevention, diagnosis and treatment and Brenna's Story, a teen living with an FASD.
CommunityCare - CommunityCare has an excellent summary of how FASDs may present in adults.
Do you have resources for preventing alcohol-exposed pregnancies? Let us know and become a Champion for FASD Prevention and Awareness.
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