<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> Hi all: My first question to the list was "what tests I should have done, after being diagnosed by endoscopy and also blood." I got a few responses about having a thyroid test (already done) and a pneumonia vaccine as well as having blood work done. When I went to my doctor, for an unrelated reason, I asked him about the pneumonia vaccine and he suggested that I get vaccinated. My question is how many of you have had this vaccine and were there any side effects, etc. My doctor didn't really explain why I should have it, but he did say he gives it to some of his patients and my condition warrants it. I am having it done in March, 1999. My second question is how often should the doctors do blood work. Mine has was okay a year ago so my doctor said he would test it yearly. Third question: I've noticed from the postings that there are many support groups, but none locally. Are there any other celiacs on the list who live in Fresno, California or close by. I have found out information about support groups in other towns, which are a couple hours away, but would like to find a local support group. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thank you in advance for all your support. This list is great. I look forward to all the e-mails every morning when I get to work. Before finding this list I felt very much alone and kind of an outcast, but after corresponding with other celiacs, I feel much better. Stephanie in Fresno, California