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GRAND FALLS-WINDSOR, NL — Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Central hosted ‘A Walk in the Park’ at Church Road Park today, Sept. 9, to mark National FASD Awareness Day.

This display set up at the park had information about FASD.
This display set up at the park had information about FASD.

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Emma Boone enjoyed lunch with her mother and grandmother at the Walk in the Park event aimed to promote awareness of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.

FASD is a broad term used to describe the wide range of disabilities that result from alcohol use during pregnancy.

The event included a picnic lunch, mocktails, music, yoga in the park and bouncy castles.

All proceeds from the event supported the on-going efforts of FASD NL.

The FASD NL Network is a pan-provincial organization that educates, networks and shares resources to help improve the lives of individuals, families and communities affected by FASD.

According to information from the FAST organization, individuals with FASD are at increased risk to experience challenges related to mental health, housing, poverty, education, employment and criminal justice involvement throughout their lifetime.

Lori Hennessey and Donna McCoy enjoyed their picnic lunch while supporting the cause.
Jennifer King hosted a yoga session.
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