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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Lauren Morris

Inbetweeners star James Buckley reveals he’s stopped drinking after being diagnosed with genetic disease

The Inbetweeners star James Buckley has revealed that he’s been forced to give up alcohol and make major lifestyle changes after being diagnosed with a genetic disease.

The actor, 38, opened up about his health on the latest episode of his podcast with co-host and wife Clair, telling listeners that doctors told him that he had a high level of Lipoprotein(a) in his blood – and was therefore at a “high risk” of a cardiovascular incident.

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