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Minister inaugurates thalassemia ward at Ludhiana Civil Hospital

August 11, 2025 12:46 am

Health minister Dr Balbir Singh said that in many countries thalassemia has been eradicated, and Punjab is moving towards the same

Why Jackie Shroff wants couples to get screened for this disorder before planning pregnancy

August 12, 2024 7:04 pm

Awareness of thalassemia is crucial because early diagnosis and treatment can significantly improve outcomes and quality of life

Living with Thalassemia: Why mental health must come into focus too

May 13, 2024 12:15 pm

There is a need to create support systems that address the unseen challenges, empower individuals, and equip them to embrace life beyond the limitations of their illness

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Maharashtra plans to make pre-natal testing for thalassemia must

May 25, 2023 1:54 pm

The health department is working on a proposal where pregnant women would have to undergo high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) at district hospitals across Maharashtra.

Different types of thalassemia, their characteristics, and treatment options explained

May 08, 2023 3:36 pm

Depending on the type of thalassemia, constant medical care may be necessary to manage the condition effectively.

World Thalassemia Day: Why couples need to match their blood status before horoscopes

May 08, 2023 11:35 am

We are aiming for zero thalassemia births by 2025. For that we need awareness, screening and counselling for a medically-guided birth of a healthy child, says Dr Nita Munshi, Member, Federation of Indian Thalassemics and Thalassemia International Federation

World Thalassemia Day: Understanding the important role diet plays in managing the blood disorder

May 08, 2023 10:03 am

"A well-balanced nutritional plan can significantly contribute to managing symptoms and improving the quality of life," said Ushakiran Sisodia, registered dietician and clinical nutritionist, Diet and Nutrition, Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai

Living with thalassemia major, he now plays saviour, says early screening can prevent the disorder in newborns

January 19, 2023 10:39 am

Jatin Sejpal, 42, on living with thalassemia major, blood transfusion, ducking life-threatening illnesses and spreading awareness as a volunteer

Testing people for carrier status key to fight against Thalassemia: Expert

December 09, 2022 1:30 am

Thalassemia Major is a genetic disorder which afflicts about 10,000 newborns each year in India.

Bengaluru: Nine-year-old thalassemia patient becomes doctor for a day at Narayana Health City

October 09, 2022 7:02 am

The girl, Fathima AK, hails from Irutty, a small taluk in neighbouring Kerala

Anjana Krishna, IPS officer who stood firm against Ajit Pawar, is no stranger to overcoming setbacks

Anjana Krishna, who stood against Ajit Pawar, is no stranger to overcoming setbacks

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Maharashtra-cadre IPS officer Anjana Krishna V S, who was in the news for being “reprimanded” by Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar while taking action over alleged illegal mining, grew up on the outskirts of an area of Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram district that has become notorious for the illegal granite mining.

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