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2007 6th Annual Community Awareness Event Hosted by Bellingham Gluten Intolerance Group of Whatcom County, Washington On Saturday, November 3, 2007 >From 11 AM to 3 PM At Ferndale Senior Center, Cherry St., Ferndale, WA Admission: FREE
The annual Community Awareness Event is the crown jewel of our public outreach program. The 2007 speaker is Dr. Wendy Ellis, ND is an associate from the Tahoma Clinic, founded by Dr. Johnathan Wright, well-known physician/advisor/writer for Prevention magazine. Her topic will be "Gluten Intolerance " Not Just a Digestive Disorder!" Gluten allergy and sensitivity has been on the rise for many years now. Fortunately, both alternative and mainstream medicine are beginning to recognize this is not "just" a food allergy, but is indicated in many physiological symptoms outside of the gastrointestinal tract. It is my goal to work with patients to not only help them understand that this is not just your typical allergy, but a disease that has significant impact on the complete human physiology. I believe that one of my most important roles as a medical practitioner is educating patients on their condition and the methods of treat me - Dr. Wendy Ellis, ND This event is focused primarily to the general public in an effort to increase awareness for this very serious condition. Each year we feature a guest speaker/presentor (past speakers have included Bette Hagman, the Gluten Free Gourmet; Cynthia Kupper, Exec. Director of GIG; Yvonne Gifford of Glutenfreeda; Dr. Mystique Grobe, ND, Bellingham; and Kaili McIntyre of Wheatless in Seattle. Last year this event was attended by over 150 individuals. With an undiagnosed rate of 95% for Celiac Disease, we hope that more and more people can be helped by learning about this condition. Other activities include a manufacturer goodie bag for attendees, gluten free book and bake sale, gluten free refreshments, silent auction and a reference table. Last year our "ask the nutritionist" corner was so popular that we have added "ask the naturopathic physician" to our resource area. We are also introducing a panel discussion for a question and answer period with health care individuals who serve on our board and Dr. Wendy Ellis. Ron Hoggan, MA, co-author of Dangerous Grains, will also be sitting on the panel. The Bellingham Gluten Intolerance Group serves the NW corner of the state of Washington including Whatcom, Skagit and Island Counties as well as individuals from British Columbia, Canada. BGIG offers support, recipes, information and networking for those suffering from reactions of any sort to wheat, rye and barley, in addition to those who care for those individuals. We welcome everyone to attend our meetings and events. You do not have to be a member to join us.
Contact Information: Kelle A. Rankin-Sunter 360-332-7435 Bellingham Gluten Intolerance Group (BGIG) Post Office Box 28894 Bellingham, WA 98828-0894 Email: info@glutenfreeway.info