Oireachtas Briefing on Haemochromatosis

A national strategy for haemochromatosis was big on the agenda in Leinster House during May. Thank you to all the TDs and Senators who attended our briefing, in particular huge thanks to Senator Martin Conway, who hosted the event and Cllr Damian Boylan, who has long advocated for haemochromatosis, as Ireland’s most common genetic disorder, to be high on the health agenda.

Our objectives in calling for a National Strategy for haemochromatosis, include the following:

  • A National Strategy for Haemochromatosis to be implemented and coordinated, where everyone has equal access to testing, diagnosis, treatment and quality of care, regardless of where they live in Ireland or their financial circumstances
  • A genetic screening programme for haemochromatosis in primary and hospital care settings
  • New research on the prevalence of haemochromatosis in Ireland
  • A main lead on Haemochromatosis within the HSE/Department of Health

IHA News and Events

Volunteer Treasurer Needed

We are looking for a Volunteer Treasurer with an interest or a personal connection to haemochromatosis and who is interested in raising more awareness of Ireland’s most common genetic disorder. We are seeking individuals with skills and experience in finance, accountancy, book-keeping.

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Irish PR Awards

We are so proud to have been shortlisted for the Irish PR Awards in ‘Best Healthcare Campaign’ for our campaign work on World Haemochromatosis Awareness Week in 2023. Sincere thanks to all the team at Harris PR

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