Let the games begin!

The London 2012 Olympics started with a bang on Friday with the Olympic competitive spirit in the air!  Among those spirited individuals was Dave Allemby, one of the London 2012 Olympic flame torchbearers.  Having this opportunity is one of a lifetime and is a great honor!  Allemby was provided with the great opportunity for putting forth great efforts to raise awareness and charitable donations for various causes, including conditions such as vitiligo.  A vitiligo patient himself, Allemby wants to raise awareness of the condition to make a difference. He has been conducting a fundraiser for the Vitiligo Society.  To view his fundraising page, see the link below:

http://www.justgiving.com/daveallemby1956

Here is some more information of Dave Allemby and his efforts:

http://www.goolecourier.co.uk/news/local-news/torchbearer-dave-to-represent-wombwell-1-4375670
 

Medha

Hi everyone!  My name is Medha.  I am 14 years old and have had vitiligo since I was 8.  The vitiligo started as a small spot on my foot, from which it went on to spread to my hands, knees, elbows, and face.  Through several of my experiences, I have learned to appreciate who I am and be thankful for the things I have.  I have met so many people along the way who have completely changed the way I look at things.  Vitiligo has brought me to cherish the amenity of each moment in life.

 A research project in middle school led me to network with professionals in the vitiligo society and frankly, I must say, it completely changed the way I regarded not only my vitiligo, but how others dealt with the condition as well.  Through networking, my family's effort led to the founding of a vitiligo support group in the DFW area.  The support group has met 3 times so far and is making great progress.  It was through this networking that I came to befriend Yeliana, who has provided me with this great opportunity to connect with all of you!