Wednesday, October 14, 2009

How common is Celiac's Disease?

Originally thought to be a rare childhood syndrome, celiac disease is now known to be a common genetic disorder. More than 2 million people in the United States have the disease, or about 1 in 133 people. Among people who have a first-degree relative—a parent, sibling, or child—diagnosed with celiac disease, as many as 1 in 22 people may have the disease.

View my collection, "Celiac Disease" from NCBI

Other resources:
Celiac Disease Foundation KidsKorner
Gluten Free Resources
Quick Start Diet Guide

10.09.2009

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