Eat! Gluten-Free News

This month's story comes from Dan Gibbons, a patient advocate who also happens to be the Foundation's newest board member!

The Celiac Disease Foundation, a global leader in celiac disease patient advocacy, today announces its new relationship with Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company (Cost Plus Drugs) to provide resources for celiac disease patients and all consumers concerned about potential gluten in the company’s medications. 

The Celiac Disease Foundation and Celiac Cruise are pleased to announce an innovative partnership to offer safe and delicious gluten-free travel experiences, provide educational opportunities, and foster philanthropy within the celiac disease community.

The SynCeD Study is looking for adult volunteers with celiac disease to join a phase 2a clinical trial. Your participation could make a difference. 

Each November the Celiac Disease Foundation hosts our annual Turkey Trot to raise funds for celiac disease research to accelerate treatments and a cure. On November 11 and 12, more than 1,200 supporters from 38 states and countries around the world laced up to move 3.1 miles (5K) for a cure.

This month we hear from Sonia, the mother of a young celiac disease patient. Thank you, Sonia for sharing your family's story!

A recent international study co-authored by Celiac Disease Foundation grant award winner Dr. Benjamin Lebwohl aimed to assess the effectiveness of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in patients with celiac disease. Results revealed that the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine offers the same level of protection against the virus for patients with celiac disease as it does for those without the autoimmune disease.

As the mother of a child with celiac disease, I understand the mix of emotions that Halloween can bring for our community. Navigating school, parties, and trick-or-treating with a child with celiac disease comes with its own set of concerns.

A recent study published in The Lancet Journal of Gastroenterology & Hepatology sought to determine the accuracy of blood (serological) tests in celiac disease diagnosis in adults. The results of this study are interesting, to say the least.

The Celiac Disease Foundation is proud to continue our partnership with the Boston Children's Hospital in presenting "Celiac Smarts," a live-streamed symposium for the health care and celiac patient communities. Recording available now.