Los Angeles – October 1, 2016 – Underscoring its role as the leading resource for millions of Americans with celiac disease, Celiac Disease Foundation (CDF) announced the launch of its Adult and Pediatric Celiac Disease Follow-Up Checklists. Based upon recommendations from the world’s leading medical experts, the Follow-Up Checklists specify best practices in post-diagnosis celiac disease management to assure optimal patient care.
Research suggests that patients with celiac disease who do not adhere to a strict, gluten-free diet have an increased mortality risk and poor quality of life. These patients often have significant nutritional deficiencies and are at an increased risk for associated autoimmune disorders, cancers, and other serious conditions. In order to assure patient compliance with treatment and positive health outcomes, long-term follow-up care is necessary.
Unfortunately, most physicians will not be familiar with the newly recommended post-diagnosis treatment protocols. Patients and caregivers are urged to complete and share the Adult and Pediatric Celiac Disease Follow-Up Checklists with their physicians and dietitians to assure proper post-diagnosis care.
Complete the Adult Follow-Up Checklist.
Complete the Pediatric Follow-Up Checklist.
The Adult and Pediatric Celiac Disease Follow-Up Checklists are the latest addition to Celiac Disease Foundation’s online toolkit which includes the Symptoms Checklist, Healthcare Practitioner Directory, 7-Day and Pediatric Meal Plans, Gluten-Free Marketplace, Ask-the-Dietitian, Legislative Action Center, and iCureCeliac™ patient registry.
Celiac Disease Foundation Develops Adult and Pediatric Follow-Up Checklists
Celiac Disease Foundation Develops Adult and Pediatric Follow-Up Checklists