Celiac disease is not considered to be an immunocompromised state in children, and is not known to be a risk factor for severe disease. Social distancing, washing hands with soap and water frequently and for at least 20 seconds, and avoiding touching of eyes, nose and mouth are recommended.
Continue ReadingAmidst the uncertainty of the future, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the Celiac Disease Foundation’s Gluten-Free EXPO scheduled for June 13 – June 14, 2020, and not reschedule this year.
Continue ReadingCeliac disease is associated with an increased risk of pneumococcal infection. Though pneumococcal vaccination will not prevent COVID-19, the Celiac Disease Foundation Medical Advisory Board strongly advises people with celiac disease to consider vaccination to protect against other respiratory illness.
Continue ReadingWe are well on the way to assembling a grassroots advocacy team that can help make celiac disease a national priority in communities across the country
Continue ReadingA recent review found that overall, the incidence of celiac disease has been rising since the second half of the 20th century into the 21st century in nearly every country where data on the disease are available.
Continue ReadingThe Celiac Disease Foundation National Patient Advocacy Summit in Washington, DC will train participants to advocate on celiac disease public policy priorities to Members of Congress.
Continue ReadingMore and more evidence is showing what many have long suspected: maintaining a truly gluten-free diet may not be possible.
Continue ReadingTiger Corporation U.S.A., a manufacturer of rice cookers and other small electric appliances announced support of the Celiac Disease Foundation, the nation’s preeminent nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating diagnosis, treatments, and a cure for celiac disease.
Continue ReadingThe Celiac Disease Foundation, the nation’s leading disease advocacy organization for celiac disease, announces the appointment of officers to its Board of Directors.
Continue ReadingCamp Celiac's campers, counselors, and junior counselors will eat delicious gluten-free food and enjoy traditional camp activities such as a ropes course, rock climbing, zip-lining, swimming, archery, arts and crafts, talent share, skit night, and outdoor sports. Three meals a day without having to ask if any of the foods are gluten free is life changing for many campers and staff!
Continue ReadingDear Celiac Disease Foundation Community, For more than three decades, the Celiac Disease Foundation has been dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by celiac disease through research, advocacy, and education. What began as a grassroots effort has grown into a global organization, leading the charge in accelerating diagnosis,...