Mark Cagney, Irish broadcasting legend and well-known Irish television presenter and journalist, was interviewed on Ireland AM about World Haemochromatosis Awareness Week and what it means to shine a light on Ireland’s most common genetic disorder. Mark talks about how he was diagnosed by chance and how his diagnosis saved his life. You can listen back to Mark’s interview here – https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=5ssK4HQ2kbk – to hear him talk about his haemochromatosis journey and his amazing life and career, including his time as former presenter with Ireland AM for over 20 years. Sincere thanks to Mark for all his advocacy work for haemochromatosis awareness in Ireland.
Your membership of the IHA makes us stronger and gives us a collective voice to advocate on behalf of our members, patients and their families. At this time of year, we encourage all our members to renew your annual membership and continue to be part of our 1,000 strong community!
Wear your Christmas jumper to support the work of the Irish Haemochromatosis Association OR make a gift of a donation big or small this holiday season to ensure that patients in Ireland get the help and support they need.
Thank you to all the Donegal community who came out in great numbers to attend our recent Patient Information evening in the Clanree Hotel in Letterkenny, Co Donegal. Over 120 people, some who travelled long distances, joined us on the night to hear Dr. Paul Grant’s talk and presentation on haemochromatosis.
