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Anyone There In Central Illinois? Peoria Area?

Shalig

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Shalig Newbie
Shalig
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Hello Hello!!

I went to a local celiac support group several weeks ago (Central Illinois Celiacs) and it was very informative! A local dietician (and consequently a celiac too!!) showed us part of a power point presentation on celiac disease that she presented earlier to a healthcare and medical lecture. I took lots of notes!

There were about 20 or so people at this meeting and of varied ages. They meet every other month. I was able to talk to a few after the meeting... we all agreed that it seems like there should be more people or at least a way to figure out where the other "celiacs" are hiding. I had a bit of a time trying to find the group myself.

If you're out there and are reading this... let me know and I can pass the word on. Its so great so share information and support!!!

We put together a yahoo group page to connect on: CICeliacs@yahoogroups.com. Plus we are on Twitter and Facebook. Look for 'CI Celiacs'.

Thanks!!!!

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I'm also in central Illinois! One of the things I have come to realize is that central Illinois is HUGE! I will check out the Yahoo group and Facebook.

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