Haemochromatosis: the iron overload condition that too often goes undiagnosed

The condition has been nicknamed the ‘Celtic curse’ because it disproportionately affects people of Celtic ancestry.

Ask for this NHS blood test if you feel 'tired and forgetful' all the time

Dr Karan Rajan, an NHS surgeon, said: "If you've been told that your iron is normal - but you still feel exhausted, forgetful and have a low mood - this is what you should ask your doctor to check on ...
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Brain iron levels may signal Alzheimer’s risk years before symptoms appear

A new brain imaging study provides evidence that high levels of iron in certain parts of the brain may signal an increased risk of developing cognitive problems years before symptoms appear. The study ...
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Study finds high levels of iron in the brains of people diagnosed with Down syndrome and Alzheimer's

Scientists at the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology have discovered a key connection between high levels of iron in the brain and increased cell damage in people who have both Down syndrome and ...