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What's it like becoming a GH blood donor?

Our Social Media Community and Volunteer Manager, Elizabeth reflects on her experiences of the new blood donation scheme and shares some details from behind-the-scenes.
Life in the Time of Covid

The Covid-19 pandemic has profoundly affected our community. A recent HUK research project explored some of the challenges and looked for solutions.
Haemochro-mum-tosis

Mum of two, Sarah Vousden is a member of our charity's families forum. The forum's members are helping HUK to develop resources to explain GH to children and young people. Here, Sarah shares her family’s experience of genetic haemochromatosis…
In Memory of Martin Hughes

Clare and Amelia Hughes are fundraising in memory of Martin to help raise awareness of this genetic condition. Undiagnosed it can lead to other serious conditions. Tragically, Martin wasn't diagnosed with Haemochromatosis (Iron Overload) until 3 years ago, at the age of 68.

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Coronavirus Update

Our helpline has received an increased number of queries about coronavirus. We've collated the current advice here.
Ask the doctor

On Thursday 26th March 2020, we put our members' questions about genetic haemochromatosis and coronavirus to Dr Susan Hancock FRCGP, a member of our Clinical Advisory Panel.
Ask the doctor (part 2)

On Thursday 2nd April 2020, we put further members' questions about genetic haemochromatosis and coronavirus to Dr Susan Hancock FRCGP, a member of our Clinical Advisory Panel.
Frequently Asked Questions About Genetic Haemochromatosis

We have collated many of the frequently asked questions about genetic haemochromatosis here, for ease of reference.
2020 Conference Postponement and AGM Update

Haemochromatosis UK have taken the very difficult decision to postpone this year’s conference which was to be held in Manchester on Saturday the 4th of April due to the Covid-19 outbreak.
What is genetic haemochromatosis?

Genetic haemochromatosis (GH) is a genetic disorder causing the body to absorb an excessive amount of iron from the diet.
Half Marathon Completed in Honour of Dad!

Michael Baker has completed his half marathon around Loughborough on Sunday. His appeal in memory of his Dad has raised over £1800 so far.
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New Genetic Haemochromatosis Resources

We're pleased to announce the publication of three new resources, to help people affected by genetic haemochromatosis.