TSCS, Marham host meet on thalassemia

Hyderabad The Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Society (TSCS) and Marham, an NGO, have conducted a one-of-its-kind support and screening symposium on thalassemia here on Friday. The event was aimed to raise awareness about thalassemia, a critical issue affecting countless families worldwide, and emphasized the significance of prevention through prenatal diagnosis to ensure a future free from thalassemia.

Padmashri Awardee Dr Manjula Anagani, an esteemed authority in the medical community, shared her ground-breaking research on advancements in prenatal diagnosis techniques.

Dr Chandrakant Agarwal, President of TSCS, said: "Preventing thalassemia is not just a medical challenge, it is a responsibility towards building a healthier society. By uniting medical professionals and raising awareness, we can create a future where thalassemia becomes a thing of the past."

Dr Suman Jain, Secretary of the TSCS, presented a comprehensive overview of the current state of thalassemia screening initiatives and emphasised the pivotal role of early detection in ensuring a better quality of life for thalassemia carriers and affected families.