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Eating Disorder Awareness: 'What Are Eating Disorders?' and Fairfax NEDA Walk
Information and advocacy this week in support of National Eating Disorders Association.
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Epiphany Episcopal Church of Oak Hill, Va., in partnership with the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) and in recognition of the 27th Week), Feb. 23 – March 1, is hosting a free seminar to raise awareness about body image and bring national and local attention to the severity of eating disorders.
The disorders are bio-psycho-social illness with often devastating – sometimes life-threatening – consequences. While there is hope and recovery is possible – particularly with early intervention – many people suffer from the long-term effects of these illnesses. And many people (including doctors) just don’t recognize the signs!
Get help by contacting the National Eating Disorders Association Helpline at 800-931-2237. You can also take the online eating disorders screening.
There are two events in the Oak Hill and Fairfax area in recognition of NEDA Awareness Week:
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