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Event
733 S. Dearborn St., Chicago, IL
Chicago Vitiligo Meet Up Support Group will gather right after work in Chicago's Printer's Row, to have some great time and to:
- Discuss treatments we've tried,
- Tell your story,
- Learn from others,
- Laugh,
- Plan future meetings.
All refreshments at your own expense.
When: Tuesday, September 23, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Hackney's Restaurant
733 S. Dearborn St., Chicago, IL
For information or to RSVP please contact Audrey via avanstockum@recouleur.com
FAQOther Questions
- Isn't it just a cosmetic disorder?
Contrary to popular belief, vitiligo is not merely a cosmetic issue but a complex autoimmune disorder that affects the body’s largest organ—along with other vital systems—and is...
- Is vitiligo contagious?
Vitiligo is not contagious. This means it cannot be spread from person to person through physical contact, sharing personal items, or any other means of transmission. Vitiligo ...
- Who is prone to vitiligo?
Vitiligo can affect anyone, regardless of gender, age, or race. Vitiligo prevalence is between 0.76% and 1.11% of the U.S. population, including around 40% of those with the con...
Though it is not always easy to treat vitiligo, there is much to be gained by clearly understanding the diagnosis, the future implications, treatment options and their outcomes.
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