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Event details
This event begins 06/08/2006 and repeats every year until 06/10/2006
What: Gluten Intolerance Group National Conference
Where: Sherton City Centre Hotel - 150 West 500 South SLC, UT 84101
When: June 9-11, 2006
WHO:
# 15 International, National, and Regional experts to present including:
* Dr. John Zone, Professor of Dermatology, University of Utah Health Sciences Center, Keynote topic: Skin Health for people with Celiac Disease.
* Dr. Carol Fenster, Author/Consultant, The Savory Palate, Inc. Topic: Baking Cream Puffs, Tea Sandwiches and other delights with alternative grains.
*Dr. Alessio Fasano, Co-Director, University of Maryland Center for Celiac Research. Topic: Advances in Celiac Research.
*Executive Chef Aaron Flores, DoubleTree Hotel, Illinois. Topic: Cooking Naturally Gluten Free.
* Registered Dietician Shelley Case, Case Consulting. Topic: Gluten-Free Diet Basics and Advanced.
* Dr. Janet Harnesburger, Pediatric Gastroenterologist. Topic: Raising Children with Celiac Disease.
Auction:
The Saturday night banquest will include an auction to raise funds in support of the programs of the Gluten Intolerance Group. Donations of items to be auctioned are appreciated. Contact GIG.
Exhibits:
More than 40 exhibitors with products and services related to Celiac Disease and Gluten-Free Diet. Attendees may place orders and buy products on site. Authors of Gluten-Free living books on site to autograph their books.
Health Screenings:
* Free Cholesterol, Glucose, Blood Pressure, and Body mass Analysis by Registered Nurses.
* Bone Density Testing available for a reduced fee.
Cost:
* Early Bird Registration by May 20 is $190.00 for GIG Members. After May 20 is $238.00 for GIG Members. Non-Members pay $240.00 prior to may 20, or $312.00 after May 20th.
* Kid's Day Camp (ages5-15) ranges $85-$150.
*Child Care (age up to 4 years) ranges $40- $113.
* Family Discount rate and one day rates available.
Registration: Sign Up online at: www.gluten.net or call (206) 246-6652 to request a registration form.
For more information, contact:
Gluten Intolerance Group of North America
31214-124 Ave. SE
Auburn, WA 98092
Phone: (206) 246-6652 or send email to: info@gluten.net