American Celiac Disease Alliance

May was an amazing month with so many wonderful events held across the country. We would like to thank Uno's Chicago Grill for its efforts to educate diners about celiac disease and for sponsoring the National Dough Rai$er Celiac Awareness. This event encouraged many individuals to eat-out and try their first gluten-free pizza!

A number of restaurants held special events in May. Many also participated in the Chef to Plate program. The ACDA is grateful to all of them for helping to raise awareness about celiac disease. We hope that you will show your support for Uno's, and other restaurants which offer a gluten-free menu, by patronizing them throughout the year.

Governors Sign Awareness Proclamations

Resident celiacs have stepped forward to help educate their state's top executive. The result -- Governors John Lynch (New Hampshire), Martin O'Malley (Maryland), Ted Kulongoski (Oregon), and Sonny Perdue (Georgia) each proclaimed 'May' as Celiac Awareness Month in their respective states. Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon has made a similar declaration. These pronouncements further demonstrate that celiac disease is a condition which merits greater attention.

Thank you, Governors and Mayor Dixon!

Governor John Lynch and Max Renke review New Hampshire Proclamation

Rep. Lowey Bill Educates Members of Congress

Food labeling champion, Rep. Nita Lowey (NY) has re-introduced the National Celiac Awareness legislation. As in the past, this measure is used to educate her colleagues about celiac disease and the issues faced by those with the genetic condition. Write your representative to support H.Con.Res. 110.

ACDA Press Release May 5, 2009

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