Hemochromatosis

Other Places To Get Help

Organizations

American Hemochromatosis Society
4044 W. Lake Mary Blvd., Unit #104, PMB 416
Lake Mary, FL  32746-2012
Phone:	1-888-655-IRON (1-888-655-4766) (407) 829-4488
Fax:	(407) 333-1284
E-mail:	mail@americanhs.org
Web Address:	www.americanhs.org
The American Hemochromatosis Society is a nonprofit organization that provides general information about hemochromatosis and genetic testing for this condition. Educational brochures are available, as well as a newsletter, physician referrals, an online support group, and medical information.
Iron Disorders Institute
P.O. Box 675
Taylor, SC  29687
Phone:	1-888-565-IRON (1-888-565-4766) (864) 292-1175
Fax:	(864) 292-1878
E-mail:	patientservices@irondisorders.org
Web Address:	www.irondisorders.org
The Iron Disorders Institute is a national voluntary health agency that provides information about iron disorders such as hemochromatosis, acquired iron overload, sickle cell anemia, thalassemia, iron deficiency anemia, and anemia of chronic disease. The organization works with a scientific review board as well as various medical professional groups. A free newsletter, idInsight, is available.
Iron Overload Diseases Association
P.O. Box 15857
West Palm Beach, FL  33416
Phone:	(561) 586-8246
E-mail:	iod@ironoverload.org
Web Address:	www.ironoverload.org
The Iron Overload Diseases Association is a nonprofit medical association that encourages research and public awareness about hemochromatosis, organizes self-help groups, and acts as a clearinghouse for patients and doctors. It also publishes a bimonthly newsletter called Ironic Blood.

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Author:	Debby Golonka, MPH	Last Updated: April 30, 2007
Medical Review:	Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine Brian Leber, MDCM, FRCPC - Hematology
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