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Bastion Lighting Colour Green on May 16, 2025 for Celiac Awareness Day

Celiac disease is a serious, genetic autoimmune disease, and there is currently no medication or cure. For the 3 million Americans and 1 in 100 people worldwide with celiac disease, the only treatment is strict adherence to a gluten-free diet. May is Celiac/Coeliac Disease Awareness Month in the United States, Canada, and Europe, May 9-15 is Celiac Awareness Week in the UK, and May 16 is recognized as International Celiac Disease Awareness Day. To shed light on the seriousness of this autoimmune condition and the need for ongoing research, treatments, and ultimately, a cure.

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