Videos

We have gathered together a selection of our videos here. For further videos, check out our YouTube channel.

Seminar : Assessing the degree of iron overload in suspected haemochromatosis (Dr Bill Griffiths)

Dr WJH Griffiths PhD FRCP, Consultant Hepatologist at Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge Dr Griffiths presents the latest clinical research into assessing iron overload using MRI techniques. Read more

APPG Presentation : An update on our charity's genetic screening initiative

This presentation provides an update on the status of genetic screening in the UK, including new screening initiatives led by our charity. Read more

APPG Presentation : The case for screening for genetic haemochromatosis in adults

This presentation was delivered to the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Genetic Haemochromatosis in February 2021. Read more

Seminar : Joint pain and arthropathy

Dr Patrick Kiely from St George's Hospital, London, discusses haemochromatosis arthropathy. Read more

Panel discussion : GH around the world

Join HUK CEO Neil McClements and panelists from GH patient groups around the world to discuss common interests and different approaches to genetic haemochromatosis internationally. Read more

Seminar : Living with genetic haemochromatosis with Dr Ted Fitzsimmons

In this seminar, Professor Fitzsimons provides an overview of genetic haemochromatosis, how it's diagnosed and the recommend care pathways in the UK. Read more

Helpful breathing techniques

Some people can get nervous about medical procedures, especially before a venesection or blood test. We share a simple breathing technique, which can help. Read more

Latest

GSK King's Fund Impact Awards Ceremony

It's the 25th annual GSK Impact Awards, in partnership with the King's Fund. #TeamIronOverload will be joined by trustees, volunteers and well-wishers at the gala awards ceremony to mark our award.
Raising awareness with medics

#TeamIronOverload have been on the road exhibiting at clinician events to raise awareness of GH amongst medics.
HUK launches research into HFE screening effectiveness

This month, Maureen Ng'etich (pic above) joins #TeamIronOverload from the University of Swansea on a 3-month internship to undertake research into the impact that genetic screening has on families at risk of GH.
Breakfast Cereals and their Iron Content

A rough guide to the Iron content in cereals

What is genetic haemochromatosis?

Genetic haemochromatosis (GH) is a genetic disorder causing the body to absorb an excessive amount of iron from the diet.
CV19 Vaccine & Haemochromatosis

Advice and information on the new Covid-19 vaccines for people affected by genetic haemochromatosis. Updated 14th June 2021.
Genetic Testing for Haemochromatosis

Our genetic testing service for haemochromatosis, at a glance. Order a home-testing kit by post, get the results within 2 weeks.
Treatment & care
Employers' guide to haemochromatosis

People with genetic haemochromatosis want to play an active role in society. These guidelines are intended to help employers understand how they can help people with genetic haemochromatosis in the workplace.
Clinical Guidelines for Genetic Haemochromatosis

Our charity endorses the national clinical guidelines published by the British Society for Haematology in April 2018, for the treatment of people with genetic haemochromatosis. We strongly encourage patients to ensure that their consultants and venesection teams work to the BSH April 2018 guidelines.
Coronavirus Update

Our helpline has received an increased number of queries about coronavirus. We've collated the current advice here. Updated 28th July 2021.
Advice lines

Our advice lines are available by phone and email. Worried about genetic haemochromatosis? Don't be. Talk to us for friendly, practical help & understanding.
Genetics of haemochromatosis

Genetic haemochromatosis is an autosomal recessive condition, meaning that it is inherited. Whether someone inherits the condition, depends upon their parents' genetics.
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