In her recent article in the University of Chicago’s Celiac Disease Center newsletter, “Impact,” Dr. Carol Semrad seeks to clarify the important steps needed to accurately diagnose celiac disease. Traditionally, celiac disease has been diagnosed by duodenal (small bowel) biopsy, however, there are a number of different ailments and conditions that can lead to small […]
Do you know an adolescent with celiac disease? The University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center is currently conducting a research study for teenagers with celiac disease and their parents, to better understand the feelings and coping skills of adolescent patients with celiac disease and how this affects their adherence to a gluten-free diet later in […]
Celiac Disease Foundation is proud to have Dr. Shayna Coburn, PhD, as the featured speaker at the CDF Arizona Chapter Medical Night on September 21, 2016. Dr. Coburn was also a featured speaker at CDF’s National Conference on April 30, 2016 where she spoke about the psychological impact of celiac disease. Dr. Shayna Skelley Coburn is […]
Partners and loved ones can find it very challenging to be responsible for the care of someone with a chronic disease. A recent study at Columbia University looked at just how stressful caregiving for a celiac disease patient can be. Specifically, the study found that the more severe a patient’s symptoms, the more burden felt […]
At Celiac Disease Foundation’s National Conference on April 30, 2016, the “Dine with the Dietitians” session provided simplified guidelines for the gluten-free diet for those with celiac disease and gluten sensitivity. Janelle Smith, CDF’s Registered Dietitian, shared a panel with Emily Luxford, RD, Celiac Disease Foundation Board of Directors, Scott Mandell, CEO of Enjoy Life […]
Are you still learning the ins and outs of celiac disease? Do you feel overwhelmed with all of the information? Celiac Disease Foundation has the perfect resource for you. Our Celiac Disease Fast Facts include important truths and details about living with celiac disease and the gluten-free diet. The CDF Fast Facts discusses how to […]
