GEORGE NEWS - Western Cape Health Minister Dr Nomafrench Mbombo launched a Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) awareness campaign at the Conville Clinic on Tuesday 4 September.
The MEC told the community that the impact of FASD on children is irreversible, and that is why drinking while pregnant is a massive injustice to an unborn child.
"FASD is fully preventable, yet it continues to be a serious health issue in the Western Cape due to women continuing to consume alcohol during their pregnancy. The severe impact of alcohol to an unborn child cannot be stressed enough."
Sunday 9 September marks international FASD Day, a day when all role players in the community go the extra mile to create awareness about the impact of FASD on unborn children.
After answering questions at the clinic, the MEC took to the streets of Conville to encourage expectant mothers to avoid the use of alcohol while pregnant.
* Foetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) is the severest form of FASD. Mothers who drink alcohol while pregnant put their unborn child at risk of developing physical, behavioural and intellectual problems that can't be cured.
Cllr Vincent Muller (left), George Mayor Melvin Naik and the MEC for Health Dr Nomafrench Mbombo listen to health care worker Chriszelle Buys (right) answer a question from expecting mother Chanté Salie in Tiptol Street, Conville. Photos: Myron Rabinowitz
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