Punjab to set up thalassemia research institute
Punjab Health Minister says many lives can be saved by properly planned interventions
The two regions have the highest number of thalassemia patients in the country. PHOTO: AFP
LAHORE:
Punjab Health Minister Dr Yasmin Rashid has approved the setting up of Punjab Thalassemia and Other Genetic Disorders Prevention and Research Institute during the syndicate meeting of the Fatima Jinnah Medical University on Saturday.
Fatima Jinnah Medical University Registrar Dr Shirin presented the agenda items. The legal issues about the appointment of contractual and ad hoc employees came under discussion and the selection board was approved for interviews of assistant programmers.