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Philip Nauert, D.D.S., speaking at the Scleroderma Foundation's 2003 National Conference in Washington, D.C.

Scleroderma and Dental Health

The ability to effectively chew nutritious and appealing food is vital to a healthy body. Any process that compromises this simple function can result in poor nutrition and a reduced ability to resist opportunistic diseases.


Friday, June 2, 2006– Issue #144	eLetter Archive

Delaware Valley Chapter Members, and Juliette Rizzo, Ms. Wheelchair America 2005, were interviewed by Al Roker on the "Today" show.

Scleroderma Awareness Month Is Here! Please Do Your Part to Educate People in Your Area About Our Work

Today is June 2—the second day of Scleroderma Awareness month. Though the month has just started, we’ve already received reports of awareness-related activities taking place throughout the country.

The New "Scleroderma Voice" Is Out…Look For It Soon

Earlier this week the "Scleroderma Voice" for the second quarter of 2006 went to the mail house.

This issue features complete information about the National Conference at the end of July, summaries of the research grand proposals the Foundation is funding for the 2006 funding cycle, and other bits and pieces of news that will be of interest to if you’ve been affected by scleroderma.

Kenny Wallace

Watch Kenny Wallace Race

Saturday, June 3, be sure to watch for the Scleroderma Foundation’s logo on the car of our awareness partner—Kenny Wallace—as he races in the Dover 200 at the Dover International Speedway (known as the Monster Mile) in Delaware.

This race will air on FX television and the MRN radio network. The race will air at 3 p.m. eastern.

You Can Post Messages Any Time On Our "Get Connected" Bulletin Board

In addition to our nationwide network of Chapters and Support Groups, we offer you electronic ways to connect with other people.

Upcoming Events

	June 3 (Sat.): New England Chapter's 2006 Patient Education Seminar (Peabody, Mass.)
	June 3 (Sat.): Greater Washington, D.C. Chapter Hosts Educational Meeting (Wheaton, Md.)
	June 3 (Sat.): Southeast Florida Chapter Presents...9th Annual Ellen Ehrhart Medical Symposium (Pompano Beach, Fla.)
	June 10 (Sat.): Sjögren’s Syndrome Seminar to be Held June 10 in New York City (Pompano Beach, Fla.)
	Month of June: "Stepping Out to Cure Scleroderma" Walks (Various locations around the country)
SF Calendar

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