At this time there are no reliable statistics which reflect the incidence of FAS in the state of Alaska. It is known that babies are being born with FAS, however the exact figures are not available. Since FAS has recently been made a reportable condition in Alaska, accurate and reliable surveillance data will be available in the future. The rate of suicide for Alaska youth 15-19 is four times the national average. It should be noted here that special grant conditions require ADA funded programs to insure that pregnant women are an admission priority and that all clients receive FAS, TB and HIV information while in treatment.
Alcohol abuse is Alaska's number one health problem.