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Derek's Story - The Invisible Load

When symptoms become your normal
The diagnosis of coeliac disease had a huge impact on both my life and my family’s life. A couple of years earlier,...
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General news 9min read – 02 Jun 2026

Have your say on the updated School Food Standards in England 

The Department for Education has launched a consultation on proposed updates to the School Food Standards in England to align them with current nutrit...

8min read – 27 May 2026

A simple blood test could transform coeliac disease care

Urgent appeal calls for funding to detect hidden inflammation and transform the management and understanding of coeliac disease. Can you help this nex...

10min read – 11 May 2026

Coeliac UK funded research explores the psychological impact of coeliac disease

Mental Health Awareness Week

As Mental Health Awareness Week begins, Coeliac UK is highlighting the importance of recognising the emotional and ps...

Coeliac News 5min read – 01 May 2026

Coeliac UK runners raise nearly £17,000 at the London Marathon 2026 

Eleven dedicated runners took on this year’s London Marathon in support of Coeliac UK, collectively raising an impressive £16,901 to help fund vi...

General news 3min read – 01 May 2026

It’s Coeliac Awareness Month!

Around 1 in 100 people in the UK have coeliac disease but only 36% have a diagnosis, which means an estimated half a million people are living with un...

6min read – 30 Apr 2026

Coeliac UK invests in three new research projects

Coeliac UK is excited to announce that after a competitive grant call in 2025 we are funding three new research projects that are set to begin this ye...

Coeliac News 8min read – 23 Apr 2026

In memoriam of Professor Peter Howdle 1948 – 2026 

Peter was one of the early pioneers and advocates for coeliac disease in the UK.  

Professor Peter Howdle dedicated his entire career – and...

Coeliac News 4min read – 17 Apr 2026

Now Recruiting! We are looking for new Research Award Panel (RAP) members!

We are looking for new Research Award Panel (RAP) members. To ensure that we fund only the highest quality research, all research grant applications m...

Coeliac News 5min read – 16 Apr 2026

Have your say on new guidance on medical conditions in schools 

The Department for Education has launched a consultation on how schools support children and young people with medical conditions in England. This is ...

General news 12min read – 02 Apr 2026

Join in and make a difference this May – What’s your 64?

Ready, set… 64! Join in and make a difference 

Every May, we shine a light on people being dismissed, misdiagnosed, or overlooked. Right ...

8min read – 23 Mar 2026

Help create a world where no life is limited by coeliac disease – become a Trustee at Coeliac UK

For at least 1 in 100 people, coeliac disease affects far more than what’s on their plate – it impacts confidence, freedom, and everyday life.

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10min read – 17 Mar 2026

Meet our 2026 London Marathon runners!

Our incredible runners are putting in huge amounts of effort and time into their fundraising and training to raise vital funds and awareness of coelia...