Ireland ranks third globally for FASD as report warns of hidden disability crisis

Ireland ranks third globally for FASD as report warns of hidden disability crisis

FASD is a range of neurodevelopmental conditions linked to alcohol consumption around conception and during pregnancy. Picture: iStock

Tue, 09 Sep, 2025 - 11:30
Steven Heaney

Ireland has the third-highest rate of foetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) in the world, a new report has found.

FASD is a range of neurodevelopmental conditions linked to alcohol consumption around conception and during pregnancy.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Continue reading for €5

Unlock unlimited access and exclusive benefits

CONNECT WITH US TODAY

Whatsapp logo

WHATSAPP

Newsletter logo

NEWSLETTERS

Notification logo

NOTIFICATIONS

Be the first to know the latest news and updates

More in this section

Watch: Passage West Baptist Church prepare 3,000 Easter eggs for the 11th annual children’s egg hunt Watch: Passage West Baptist Church prepare 3,000 Easter eggs for the 11th annual children’s egg hunt
Significant increase in number of wildfires across Ireland last year Significant increase in number of wildfires across Ireland last year
Thousands still without power in wake of Storm Dave Thousands still without power in wake of Storm Dave
#Childrens Health#Health news
<p>Lt Cdr Aonghus Ó Neachtain and Lt Jason Croke speak with Irish Examiner security correspondent Cormac O’Keeffe at Haulbowline Naval Base in Cork Harbour. Picture: Chani Anderson</p>

Tripling of naval service diving unit among reforms to boost Ireland's maritime security

READ NOW

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Latest

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited