We are so excited about the May Awareness Month Events! First, there was New
Hampshire's Proclamation by Governor John Lynch.

Late Monday, Representative Nita Lowey of New York introduced 'National Celiac
Awareness' legislation, H.Con.Res. 110.

This simple awareness bill is used as an educational tool for Members of
Congress and their staff. It lays the groundwork for the other, more difficult
issues, we work on. Issues like eliminating preexisting
conditions from health insurance, getting insurance plans to reimburse
dietitians for the nutritional services they provide to celiac patients, and to
improve the labeling on foods and prescription drugs. There is so much
policymakers don't know about celiac disease.

That's why it helps to focus attention during one month - MAY - to highlight a
few of the needs and concerns of individuals with celiac disease and those who
serve the community.

Ask your Representative to help raise awareness - email his or her office TODAY!
Go to: www.americanceliac.org/advocacy.htm .

It's May - Time to Celebrate, Educate and Advocate!


American Celiac Disease Alliance
www.americanceliac.org