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Hemochromatosis Foundation, Inc.

Contact Information

Margit A. Krikker, MD, Medical Director
P.O. Box 8569
PMB-Z-363
Albany, NY 12208

518-489-0972 (Voice)
518-489-0227 (FAX)

Internet Resources

www.hemochromatosis.org

Abstract

The goals of the Hemochromatosis Foundation include: (1) increasing the awareness of the public, professionals, and government agencies about the disorder; (2) encouraging routine screenings; (3) promoting research aimed at identifying the defect(s) causing the increased iron absorption and at understanding the toxic effects of iron; and (4) cautioning against extra-dietary iron supplements and vitamin C which increases iron absorption, and iron-fortified foods. The Foundation sponsors periodic teaching conferences for families and for professionals, and supports biennial international conferences on hemochromatosis.

Publications

The Foundation distributes several general brochures concerning information about the diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of the hereditary form of hemochromatosis intended for health care professionals, patients, and the general public. A videotape is available for purchase. Serial publication: newsletter, quarterly.

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Date Entered: 8/1/1997
Date Edited: 10/5/2004
Date Revised: 10/16/2001
Health Referral Number: HR2201
Accession Number: DP91A0862

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