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Sjögren's syndrome is one of the most prevalent auto-immune diseases affecting up to 430,000 Canadians, yet most people have never heard about it before!

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National Patient Conference

CONNECT & LEARN!

National Patient Conference on Sjögren's Syndrome

Crowne Plaza Toronto Don Valley Hotel
Toronto, ON

Friday, April 4, 2008
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Welcome Reception
(optional)
Early Registration and Welcome Reception

Saturday, April 5, 2008
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Patient Conference
Registration and exhibits open at 8:30 AM

Five presentations PLUS back by popular demand:
ONE HOUR opportunity to ask the experts YOUR specific questions!

Connect with old and new friends living with the same chronic illness who understand how Sjögren's impacts your life and that of your family.

Often people feel overwhelmed when diagnosed with a chronic disease and trying to manage it. Take this opportunity to attend the conference, connect and share ideas and coping strategies with others, learn more about Sjögren's and gain insight and control over your disease!

Learn first-hand about Sjögren's syndrome from leading professionals in the field and how to better manage your symptoms and its many manifestations. Experts will answer your burning questions in the unique round table forum. Learn about the products available to manage symptoms directly from exhibitors.

Our core program will include an overview of Sjögren's syndrome, ocular and oral involvement and management options. We will also examine an often not talked about area, but one of great concern for patients with Sjögren's, the obstetric and gynecological symptoms and how to best manage it. You will be inspired by the therapist, Sjögren's patient and co-author of A Body Out of Balance, Understanding and Treating Sjögren's Syndrome discussing how to better cope with your disease and also strategies for your loved ones.

This marvelous event will kick-off with a Friday evening welcome reception, where you will enjoy hor d'ouvres and connecting with other people with your same disease. The full-day conference begins on Saturday morning and includes a continental breakfast, two coffee breaks and lunch. The exhibits will be opened during breakfast and throughout the day on Saturday.

The SjSC has negotiated very reasonable hotel costs for you at the Crowne Plaza Toronto Don Valley Hotel.

Mark it on your calendar NOW and plan to attend this informative and interesting Conference!!

Click here for the conference program.

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