VOICE OF AMERICA COVERAGE

Melinda Smith's video coverage of celiac disease for Voice of America in "An Ancient Genetic Disorder Gets Modern Day Attention" (September 5, 2005) starts off typically, with a shopping scene. But in just over four minutes, her Voice of America report touches on some unusual angles, including the impact of slow diagnoses, the importance of interpersonal efforts in boosting awareness of celiac disease, and the potentially harmful use of wheat in relief efforts.