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Katie lost 25 pounds. "It just hurt too much to eat."
Allison is learning to live her life with a gluten-free diet, with support. 
Andy has found a support group to help him cope with Celiac Disease. Helping You to Live Well with Celiac Disease
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Special Event
Come join us for an extraordinary fundraising adventure to benefit celiac research ~ ITALY & MEDITERRANEAN GLUTEN-FREE GETAWAY CRUISE & TOUR, presented by Bob & Ruth's Gluten-Free Dining & Travel Club, and featuring special host Dr. Alessio Fasano. This wonderful trip is set for May 10-21, 2009. To find out more information on this exciting event or make your reservation, click here.
Our Committment
The University of Maryland Center for Celiac Research is dedicated to improving the quality of life for patients with celiac disease, while learning the cause of the disease and finding a cure. Located in downtown Baltimore, the Center for Celiac Research provides comprehensive clinical care and long-term support for adults and children who suffer from celiac disease, a genetically based-autoimmune disease. Celiac Disease which affects 1 out of every 133 people in the United States.
State-of-the-Art Treatment
Led by Dr. Alessio Fasano, The Center for Celiac Research includes a multidisciplinary team of gastroenterologists, pediatricians, dieticians and nurses who work together to develop individualized treatment plans for people with Celiac Disease.
Celiac patients and their families also receive life-style counseling and dietary support to help them avoid foods containing gluten.
Celiac Disease Research
Through ongoing research and clinical trials, the Center for Celiac Research is helping health care professionals to recognize Celiac Disease and helping celiac patients to better manage their symptoms.
Center scientists are developing a non-invasive test for Celiac Disease and investigating possible links between Celiac Disease and other autoimmune diseases.
Learn more about the latest Celiac Disease research.
Celiac Disease Education
The Center for Celiac Research continually strives to increase public awareness about celiac disease among healthcare professionals and the public.
Through patient donations, the celiac bracelet program, and events like the International Walk for Celiac, the center is also raising money to support Celiac Dsease research nationwide.
Learn how you can support Celiac Disease research.
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