Help Prevent Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and Fetal Alcohol Effects

You can help prevent the pain of FAS and FAE by using the letter template below. Insert the relevant information where applicable and start e-mail or mailing it to your government officials, local brewing companies.

Many brewing organization boast of commitment to "responsible use of their products." Put these claims to the test and demand to know what actions they are taking to help prevent Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and Fetal Alcohol Effects

Letter Template

To: Insert name of individual/organization/department/government agency

From: Insert your name and organization if applicable

Date:

Dear: <name of individual or organization>

I am writing to ask you what you are doing, or planning to do, to help prevent the incidence of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and Fetal Alcohol Effects. Permanent fetal brain damage from maternal ingestion of alcohol has serious, immediate and long term effects for the child, the family and Joe and Jane taxpayer. The following commitment from your organization for education and prevention efforts might include the following;

• Poster campaigns in liquor stores and bars
• Poster campaigns in public health offices, doctor's offices, youth shelters, and social service offices.
• Warnings on alcohol products about the effect of alcohol on the unborn child
• Ongoing public health campaigns on radio, television, in print and on the Internet
• Financial contributions towards continued medical and social research on FAS/FAE
• Financial contributions to educational training and support programs for children and families afflicted with FAS/FAE.

Your prompt and personal response to this letter outlining your commitment to this problem is appreciated.

Sincerely, <your name>

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