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'That's me': Actor Yogita Bihani says she has thalassemia; expert explains condition
July 17, 2026 5:26 pm
A hematologist explains why this inherited blood disorder is more important for family planning than daily health
Gujarat Hardlook | Prenatal testing: A window to the future, a burden of choice
September 15, 2025 7:31 am
A study on prenatal diagnosis of rare genetic disorders, covering 10 states and two Union Territories, found that one in four foetuses had genetic anomalies. While some couples opt for testing and even termination, most live with these conditions
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
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.
Thalassemia and Aplastic Anaemia Bal Sewa Yojna: 20 underprivileged kids get new lease of life but no awareness on scheme
May 15, 2023 1:22 pm
However, the lack of awareness about the scheme is the biggest roadblock in its implementation that can save more lives of unprivileged children at the hospital which is the only empanelled centre under the scheme in the western region.
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
World Thalassemia Day 2022: Doctor explains myths and facts about this blood disorder
May 08, 2022 4:27 pm
As long as people with thalassemia minor know of each other's thalassemia status and their DNA mutation testing, they can get married to each other, says a doctor
World Thalassemia Day 2022: Consume these iron-rich foods to maintain adequate haemoglobin levels
May 07, 2022 8:16 pm
According to nutritionist and health expert Yash Vardhan Swami, iron deficiency is common in the country as most people are vegetarian
Despite ongoing pandemic, thalassemia patients receive their due in Chandigarh
July 22, 2020 12:55 pm
Though the demand for blood also reduced in the early months of the pandemic, this demand has surged again since the lockdown ended.
World Thalassemia Day 2019: How to manage thalassemia during pregnancy
May 08, 2019 10:59 am
As the first step, preconception genetic counselling of both parents is strongly recommended and must be done as a universal policy for all patients, with or without thalassemia.
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