Coalition 'ignoring' HSE calls to address fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

FASD, caused by exposure to alcohol in the womb, can lead to shorter life expectancy and higher rates of suicide and substance abuse

RCSI research found that people with FASD have an average life expectancy of 34 and have a higher rate of suicide and substance abuse than the population at large. Picture: iStock

The Coalition has been accused of ignoring calls from the HSE to implement a whole-of-government approach to address  fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD).

FASD is caused by a baby being exposed to alcohol while they are in the womb.