eLearning Module : breakout activity 2

Recap

Refresh your understanding of genetic haemochromatosis by watching this video (15 minutes).

Break out activity #2

Watch this video of consent being taken :

After watching this video is there anything you would add to your own practice regarding informed consent

Next Steps

Venesection step-by-step

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Doing it for Col 💪🏽

As a family we wanted to raise some awareness of this awful condition that contributed to the loss of someone very special to us.
December 2024 Haemochromatosis UK Social Iron Brew

Do you know anyone with GH? We didn't when first diagnosed.... Lets share our story and make some new friends.
November 2024 Haemochromatosis UK Social Iron Brew

Do you know anyone with GH? We didn't when first diagnosed.... Lets share our story and make some new friends.
October 2024 Haemochromatosis UK Social Iron Brew

Do you know anyone with GH? We didn't when first diagnosed.... Lets share our story and make some new friends.

RCN Accredited eLearning Module (introduction)

Genetic Haemochromatosis : RCN Accredited eLearning Module (introduction)

What is genetic haemochromatosis?

Genetic haemochromatosis (GH) is a genetic disorder causing the body to absorb an excessive amount of iron from the diet.
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.
Breakfast Cereals and their Iron Content

A rough guide to the Iron content in cereals
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.
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.
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.
CV19 Vaccine & Haemochromatosis

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

Together, we are stronger. Join today as a member and receive the many benefits of membership of the UK's only charity for people affected by genetic haemochromatosis.