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February 14, 2007 Avalon Centers Participates in National Eating Disorder Awareness Week Avalon Centers for Eating Disorder Treatment will participate in National Eating Disorders Awareness Week by offering free informational sessions at its Clarence, Williamsville and Orchard Park sites. The free information is offered to anyone. Concerned parents, friends, family members, teachers, coaches, nurses and others are encouraged to attend the weekday evening sessions. There are no silly questions and professional staff are available for confidential matters. For more information, call (716) 839-0999 or go to the web site at: www.avalon-eatingdisorders.com. The step you take may save a life! Avalon R&D Requests Your SupportThe tragic realities of eating disorders continue to threaten life itself. We have accomplished much, but much more is needed. Avalon R&D is actively involved in community-wide educational efforts. Presentations to elementary, middle, and high school students and faculty have been well-received. We know there is so much we need to do on college campuses and every day we seek to educate healthcare providers about early warning signs. In honor of Eating Disorder Awareness Week, please consider making a donation to Avalon R&D so we many continue our community education efforts. Your contribution is tax deductible and much appreciated. Please forward your donation to: Avalon R&D Thank you very much for your thoughtfulness and kindness. Ask Elizabeth Anything You Want About Eating DisordersAvalon Centers revised web site includes a Q & A and Blog section featuring Elizabeth Myers, RD, MBA. You can ask Elizabeth any question you might have about eating disorders, obesity, treatment or nutritional. Elizabeth is the Director of Nutritional Business Development at Avalon Centers. Drop her a note. Ask a question or tell her what you think of our new web site! You can also reach Elizabeth by confidential e-mail at: emyersavalon@yahoo.com. Go to the new web site at: www.avalon-eatingdisorders.com. Immediate Psychiatric Consultation Available for Gastric Bypass Surgery Avalon Centers’ psychiatrists, Dr. Maria Cartegena and Dr. Maria Nickolova of Suburban Psychiatric Associates, are available to provide a professional evaluation for patients considering a gastric bypass surgery. The psychiatrists are also available for evaluation of other psychiatric disorders where an eating disorder might be part of the concern. For a private evaluation and an immediate appointment, contact Avalon Centers at (716) 839-0999. College and University Eating Disorder Behavior Still a Major ConcernA recent University of Buffalo Department of Family Medicine Research Institute study revealed that eating disorder behavioral remains higher than the general population on most college and university campuses. Students may avoid health centers and counseling centers but may surface in competitive sports. High risk sports in clued gymnastics, swimming, basketball, soccer, skating, and, in men in sports such as wrestling, hockey and more. Those involved in theater or dancing may also exhibit increased warning signs. Avalon R&D is creating a College & University Coalition of concerned professionals to explore ways to increase awareness, education and treatment, For more information, contact Elizabeth Myers, RD, MBA at (716) 759-1561 or (716) 839-0999. Contact Elizabeth by e-mail at: emyersavalon@yahoo.com. Avalon R&D Has Board OpeningsInterested in helping with education, fund-raising and community advocacy? Avalon R&D has immediate openings for board members. For more information, contact Elizabeth Myers, RD, MBA at (716) 839-0999 or emyersavalon@yahoo.com. |
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