Overview:
Celiac disease is a condition in which the immune system attacks the body's tissues when foods containing gluten are consumed. Gluten is a dietary protein found in three types of grains: wheat, barley, and corn.
Celiac disease includes a range of symptoms, including diarrhea, abdominal pain, and bloating.
Objectives:
- Increase awareness of celiac disease.
- Educate people with celiac disease about the appropriate lifestyle for managing their condition.
Facts:
- Reported cases of celiac disease are higher among women than men.
- The risk of developing celiac disease is higher in people with autoimmune thyroid diseases, type 1 diabetes, Down syndrome, and Turner syndrome.
- Celiac disease can develop at any age.
Date:
- Globally: May 1st–31st, 2026.
- Locally: Dhu al-Qi'dah 14th – Dhu al-Hijjah 14th, 1447 AH.