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IRON DISORDERS INSTITUTE
A NATIONAL VOLUNTARY HEALTH AGENCY
ABOUT TOO MUCH IRON
ABOUT TOO LITTLE IRON
Iron deficiency with and without anemia are a key focus areas for Iron Disorders Institute.
Common Iron Disorders
hemochromatosis
Hemochromatosis (HH) is a disease that results from excessive amounts of iron in the body (iron overload).
iron-deficiency
Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency and the leading cause of anemia in the world.
Anemia of chronic disease
Anemia of chronic disease (ACD) is also referred to as anemia of inflammatory response.
Dymetabolic iron overload syndrome
is characterized by an elevated serum ferritin with a normal…
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ABOUT US
Iron Disorders Institute is a 501(c)3 national organization headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina. IDI received its non-profit status in 1998.
Vision Statement:
Iron Disorders Institute’s vision is that no one should suffer or die prematurely because of Iron-Out-of-Balance™.
Mission Statement:
IDI exists so that people with iron disorders receive early, accurate (complete) diagnosis, appropriate treatment and are equipped to live in good health.
We carry out our mission and our vision by:
- Providing reliable information about iron disorders
- Making the best use of resources and being accountable to you,
- Supporting a positive relationship between you and your physician,
- Advocating for you to government health agencies, the media, health policy and law makers and the medical community,
Concentrating efforts on educations and raising awareness
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