The Region 5 Virtual Learning Community (VLC) is available live online each month and is a great opportunity to connect with other medical assistants. The VLC provides a forum to discuss a variety of topics related to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs) of interest to participants, including:

• What FASDs are and how to prevent them
• Identifying patients at risk for using alcohol during pregnancy
• Evidence-based and best practices
• Ethical dilemmas and legal guidelines
• Case consultation and guidance