Eating Disorders: It’s Time to Walk About It!

Register Today for Nov. 5th Event

The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) is waging a battle against eating disorders and unrealistic “body perfect” ideals. To raise funds and support the community, NEDA is hosting the third annual Charlottesville NEDA Walk, themed It’s Time to Talk About It … It’s Time to Walk About It!, Saturday, Nov. 5.

NEDA invites friends and family to help spread awareness of the seriousness of eating disorders so more people will receive the help they or their loved ones so desperately need. Come along as you walk through the North Grounds of the University of Virginia, hear inspirational stories from eating disorders survivors and enjoy lunch and a raffle.

The walk gets under way at 10 a.m., but the registration and expo begin at 9 a.m. Come to the University of Virginia Park Pavilion, 580 Massie Road, Charlottesville.

To pre-register, visit http://www.nedawalkcville.com or call (434) 981-6148 Pre-registration is $20 per adult ($25 day of), $10 per child under 12. Pet registration is $5.

NEDA’s programs and services are designed to support individuals and families affected by anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder. Nearly 10 million women and girls and one million men and boys in the United States suffer from anorexia and bulimia, while 15 million more suffer from binge eating disorder. These illnesses affect people from all walks of life.  Anorexia nervosa has the highest fatality rate of any mental illness. But there is hope: Help is available, recovery is possible and those affected are not alone in their struggle!

Funds from the walk will be used to support NEDA’s education and advocacy programs, as well as its national, toll-free helpline that is a lifeline to thousands of individuals and families across the country.

The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA), headquartered in New York City, is the leading U.S. non-profit organization supporting individuals and families affected by eating disorders. NEDA serves as a catalyst for prevention, cures and access to quality care. Each year, NEDA helps millions of people across the country find information and appropriate treatment resources through its toll-free, live helpline, its many outreach programs and website. NEDA advocates for advancements in the field and envisions a world without eating disorders. For more information, visit http://www.NationalEatingDisorders.org.

For Treatment Referrals, Visit http://www.NationalEatingDisorders.org or contact NEDA’s Live Helpline: (800) 931-2237 from Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (EST)