Irish People Warned Of Particular Risk Of Developing Iron Overload

A midlands haematologist is urging people to be aware of the signs.

Iron overload is more common in Ireland than anywhere else, according to a midlands haematologist.

Dr. Gerard Crotty says one in 83 people here can develop the condition. 

He'll be one of the speakers at a free online talk 'Iron Overload', which is organised by the Irish Haemochromatosis Association, this evening at 7 o'clock. 

The consultant haematologist at Tullamore Regional Hospital says if people have unexplained symptoms like joint pain or fatigue, they should get it checked out: 

Find out more about this evening's webinar here.

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