"Campaign for 'Celtic Curse' Screening Reaches 25,000 Scots"
Following the death of a woman from Aberdeenshire due to genetic haemochromatosis, also known as the Celtic Curse, screening for the condition has begun in 25,000 households in north-east Scotland. The condition, which causes excessive iron buildup in the body, is common in people of Scottish and Irish ancestry and can lead to life-threatening complications if untreated. The family of the deceased woman is pushing for increased awareness and testing, as early diagnosis and treatment can effectively manage the condition.
