LITTLE ROCK, Ark., July 16 -- The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences issued the following news release:
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July 16, 2026 | Your body needs iron to stay healthy, make red blood cells, build muscle and heart cells, and do the daily tasks that your body and internal organs need to do. It is essential for producing cellular energy, supporting a healthy immune system, and aiding hormone synthesis. It's also vital for proper neurological growth. However, too much iron is harmful. Hemochromatosis is a disorder in which extra iron builds up in the body to harmful levels. The human body typically controls the amount of iron that is absorbed from the diet, increasing the amount when iro...