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Free Genetic Testing for Haemochromatosis Launches in Northern Ireland

1/11/2026

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Haemochromatosis UK (the charity) will offer free genetic testing for haemochromatosis to 23,500 households in Northern Ireland, including Irvinestown and Portadown.
The disorder is a genetic condition prevalent among people of Irish and Scots ancestry.
Research indicates one in ten people may be at risk.
The campaign follows earlier efforts in Belfast and Londonderry and provides self-test kits funded by donations.
A photographic exhibition of personal stories opens January 19.

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Haemochromatosis UK (the charity) will offer free genetic testing for haemochromatosis to 23,500 households in Northern Ireland, including Irvinestown and Portadown.
The disorder is a genetic condition prevalent among people of Irish and Scots ancestry.
Research indicates one in ten people may be at risk.
The campaign follows earlier efforts in Belfast and Londonderry and provides self-test kits funded by donations.
A photographic exhibition of personal stories opens January 19.