To mark World Thalassemia Day, Bristol Myers Squibb, a global pharmaceutical company, has joined hands with the Thalassaemia International Federation and severa
World Thalassemia Day: A person suffering from thalassemia has at least one of the parents as carrier of the disease. Genetic mutation and deletion of some key gene fragments can lead to thalassemia. A person suffering from thalassemia is likely to have bone deformities, especially in the face.
Thalassemia Day aims to support early detection and effective treatment of the inherited blood condition. The two main subtypes of thalassemia are alpha and beta-thalassemia. Here s a little more about beta-thalassemia and how children can inherit this blood disorder.
World Thalassemia Day is observed on May 8 every year to raise awareness about the disease - a genetic blood disorder that children inherit from their parents. It s also important, doctors say, to debunk myths about the disease as it can lead to confusion and misinformation.
World Thalassemia Day is observed on May 8 every year to raise awareness about the disease - a genetic blood disorder that children inherit from their parents. It s also important, doctors say, to debunk myths about the disease as it can lead to confusion and misinformation.